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Continued surge in student numbers enables unemployment to fall

Continued surge in student numbers enables unemployment to fall, despite fewer people in work as private sector sheds jobs, says CIPD Dr John Philpott, Chief Economic Adviser at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) comments as follows on official labour market statistics published earlier today by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), which update [...]

Almost 50% agree with plans to fine drivers who leave engines running

Nearly half of people agree with plans to fine drivers who leave their engines running unnecessarily according to a new poll by Motorpoint. Some 47% of motorists surveyed by the car supermarket giant backed the move by North Lincolnshire Council to charge drivers £20 every time they leave their engine running for too long while loading [...]

IMI honour top industry achievers

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) celebrated the achievements of automotive companies and individuals in the Skillmiles scheme at its Annual Dinner last week in the presence of the Institute’s Patron, HRH Prince Michael of Kent. In front of an audience of more than 340 industry executives who attended the prestigious annual event at The [...]

Honda: affected models are not sold in Europe

Honda will recall approximately 344,000 Odyssey and 68,000 Element vehicles from the 2007-2008 model years in the US to modify the Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) modulator. Honda has received customer complaints of brake pedals that feel "soft" or that gradually exhibit a pedal height that gets lower (closer to the floor) before the vehicle stops. In [...]

Too expensive to fill up! Fleet Voice

Fleet Voice Column. March 17, 2010. The 2010 Formula One Season kicked off in Bahrain and saw Spaniard Fernando Alonso take a win on his Ferrari debut. It was a mixed event for British challengers, as Lewis Hamilton made it onto the third step of the podium, however reigning world champion, Jenson Button had a frustrating [...]

Responsible young drivers can earn insurance savings

As part of its campaign to address the most at-risk drivers on our roads – young drivers – the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) has provided an incentive for young drivers to be safer. IAM Surety Insurance, offered exclusively to IAM members via Adelaide Insurance, has until now been targeted at drivers aged 21 and above. [...]

Lex Autolease survey reveals company cars mean fast cash for UK businesses

Lex Autolease, the UK’s largest company car and van provider has recently commissioned a survey, in partnership with YouGov, which has highlighted the growth funds being raised through ‘sale and leaseback’ agreements with one in four (27%) financial directors intend to offload company-owned vehicles in a bid to raise more cash. The survey reveals that [...]

Lombard: Fundamentals of Salary Sacrifice need to be understood by fleets

Lombard Vehicle Management, the UK’s largest asset finance company are warning that fleets need to have a better appreciation of the fundamentals when it comes to salary sacrifice. Whist they may be flavour of the month a lack of understanding of what is involved in this type of scheme may spell problems for both employer [...]

‘Not a drop; not a drag’ campaign steps up a gear

Road safety charity Brake and Direct Line today reveal an overwhelming cry from the British public for Government action to 20curb the menace of drink and drug driving. The call comes in the same month as the findings from an inquiry on drink and drug driving by Lord Peter North for the Department for Transport are [...]

Toyota say recall programme on course

One month on from the launch of Toyota’s accelerator recall campaign, work has been completed on more than half – 90,000-plus – of the cars that have been identified as requiring attention. An even larger proportion of recalled Prius models have received adjustment to their braking software programme with 58 per cent of the affected vehicles [...]

The CIPD People Management Awards to celebrate good practice through recession in 2010

Nominations for the 2010 Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development’s (CIPD) People Management Awards are now officially open. Standard categories such as Employee engagement and Organisational learning will be contested as normal, alongside The Michael Kelly Outstanding Student Award, introduced this year to recognise the contribution CIPD students make to business success. An overall winner [...]

Bank of England study adds dose of realism to assessment of UK labour market outlook

Responding to today’s analysis in the latest Bank of England Quarterly Bulletin of UK labour market adjustment during the recession, the CIPD’s Chief Economic Adviser, John Philpott, says that Bank officials have produced a realistic assessment of the outlook for jobs: “The Bank of England study adds a dose of realism to the view that [...]

April’s bike tyre safety month

Free campaign materials are now available for motorcycle dealers, tyre retailers, specialist repairers and motorcycle accessory shops enabling them to participate in April’s bike tyre safety month. The campaign is being organised by leading tyre safety action group, TyreSafe, and aims to raise awareness about the importance of correct tyre care and maintenance at this [...]

Ian Lucas plugs in to the UK’s first solar-powered electric vehicle charging point

Business Minister Ian Lucas yesterday announced £8.4m funding for a new training centre for the low carbon vehicle industry, meeting students from Gateshead College who will be using it to learn new low carbon skills. The new centre will train those already working in the sector, young people and adults, and students from age 14 upwards [...]

Ebbon-Dacs warns companies of the cost of using outdated technology

Ebbon-Dacs, the Oxford-based online solutions provider, is warning companies that employing outdated technologies to source and buy their new vehicles could be costing their businesses dearly. The supplier of the fleet industry’s leading e-procurement solution, Leaselink, used by 10 of the UK’s 15 largest contract hire and leasing companies to source and procure new vehicles electronically, [...]

New LPG rental service set help businesses save

A new vehicle hire company aims to provide businesses with a low cost, low carbon vehicle hire solution. As the UK’s first all-LPG vehicle hire firm, Wolverhampton-based Auto LPG Vehicle Hire provides business customers with a range of LPG vehicles including Ford Transits and Citroen Berlingos, available for short term hire. The firm offers flexible [...]

Comment: Brake urges cross-party support on lower drink-drive limit

The Sunday Times has reported that Lord Adonis, the transport secretary, expects an official review of the drink and drug drive laws by Sir Peter North to recommend reducing the legal drink-drive limit from 80mg of alcohol per 100ml of blood to 50mg. He said he would take this “very seriously” and added: “A strong [...]

January’s motor finance sales up almost a quarter on previous year

The latest motor finance figures from the Finance & Leasing Association showed that the return of the 17.5% VAT rate and heavy snowfall impacted on sales in January, but consumer new car finance sales were up almost a quarter on last year. Consumers bought 23% more new cars using motor finance through dealers in January than [...]

TomTom App now offers HD traffic and local search

TomTom have today announced several enhancements to its TomTom app for iPhone, including HD traffic compatibility and Local Search powered by Google. These new features hope to ensure optimal routing and an even more intuitive navigation experience. The latest version of the TomTom app (Version 1.3) can be purchased on the App Store starting today. “TomTom continues to [...]

Europcar roll out new multimedia devices to aid journey planning

Europcar is the first company in Europe to offer Microsoft Surface tables to provide its customers with a new way of planning their journeys. The first interactive touch-driven table using is being previewed at this week’s ITB Berlin fair and will be rolled out for customers over the next few weeks at Munich airport. A selection [...]

Fleet Software

Jaama

Award winning fleet management software, commercial vehicle management software and occupational road safety specialists Jaama bring together for the first time innovative fleet, leasing and rental software and practical health and safety advice. Jaama additionally offer jointly branded partnership opportunities with leasing companies who wish to provide their customers additional risk management products and services, as well as hosting regular regional duty of care seminars.

Mycompanyfleet.co.uk

Mycompanyfleet.co.uk is the automotive software division of NorthgateArinso UK Ltd, focused on the fleet, leasing and general automotive sector. Fleet Acumen fleet management software is geared towards commercial fleets and fleet service providers offering workflow management and incorporating other vital fleet business functions such as salesforce and helpdesk management, quotes and contracts, finances and repairs. Fleet HR is the perfect private sector fleet management software as it manages risk related to company cars, be it financial risk or legal risk when complying with Health and Safety legislations, by not only controlling risk but by finding the areas with which to reduce risk. Fleet HR Pay As You Go is well suited for small car fleet management.

CAP

CAP, established in 1979, is a market leading provider of vehicle valuation data, new vehicle information and business solutions to the automotive industry. Our customers include the majority of leading finance institutions, contract hire and leasing companies, vehicle retail groups and insurance companies. They rely on our data and systems for risk assessment and asset management; controlling their costs and managing their businesses and expenditure. CAP’s data is used by many vehicle manufacturers and is the power behind numerous websites. CAP is part of Emap Limited The strength of our parent company Emap Limited means we have the resources to maximize our product development opportunities and access to the right expertise to make positive business investments.

Toomey Opticar Ltd

Toomey Opticar is the UK’s leading mixed fleet funding enabler, providing online driver management systems and strategies for companies with medium to large fleet requirements. While most companies opt for a ‘one size fits all’ approach to car provision, Opticar identifies the lowest cost route to providing a car benefit based on each individual employee. Opticar then helps to implement an integrated and mixed solution tailored to the company and its employees, resulting in a combination of company financed and employee owned cars. This approach provides significant cost savings and tax benefits to both company and employee. Most companies will offer either a company car or cash scheme. Some offer both. However which is best for the company and its individual drivers? Opticar uses its unique software application to enable companies to offer a fully integrated mixed fleet funding solution – providing financial and HR benefits to companies and drivers alike.

121 Systems Ltd

121 Systems - The exclusive UK reseller for the highly praised logistics software by UPS Logistics Technologies - the Roadnet® Transportation suite. Whether your interest is in logistic software for daily or strategic route planning, mobile communications for real time route management or for improving your customer service, the Roadnet Transportation suite works for your distribution needs.The Roadnet Transportation Suite will meet and exceed your expectations of routing and scheduling solutions in today's market.

ADP Dealer Services

ADP meets the IT requirements of the retail automotive industry with a range of advanced, fully-integrated specialist systems. Suitable for virtually every sector, the systems are designed for dealers, dealer groups, fleet and contract hire companies, vehicle distributors and importers. As a fully-scalable solution, configurations range from single site specialist outlets with low business volumes to multi-location businesses with hundreds of concurrent users. As an ADP customer and partner, you can take advantage of our Dealer Services Online website to acces helpsheets, training course notes, release notes and more.

Aeromark Ltd

Aeromark have been supplying proven mobile workforce management systems to customers across all fleet sectors, since 1985. Our systems are simple to deploy, robust, promise a fast return on investment and could greatly enhance your customer service levels and profitability. Aeromark were at the forefront of the development of vehicle tracking, and are widely regarded as thought leaders in telematics technology. As such, our solutions are aimed at delivering 100% accurate, available vehicle tracking data from all fleet vehicles. We are specified vehicle tracking providers for the very high security space, where accurate, reliable vehicle tracking data is imperative at all times.

AutoPro Software UK

AutoPro Software UK are suppliers of Windows software for all areas of the automotive and motor industry. Garages, bodyshops, service and repair, MOT, recovery, car sales, factors, fast fit, bus and coach operators - any business related to the motor trade.

Blackbox Telematics

Blackbox Telematics are a truly independent tracking company providing a range of real-time 24/7 web based tracking solutions, enabling our clients to have total control and visibility of their remote assets, improving efficiency, utilisation, productivity to drive down operational costs within their business. The Blackbox Telematics system is an easy-to-use, internet based application that provides everything you need to improve your fleet's efficiency. Blackbox Telematics are an Industry leader, providing affordable solutions to help reduce cost & increase productivity - Whether it is simple live tracking and weekly reports or a more comprehensive telematics solution, we provide the right solution for you - Priced from 49p per day and all internally funded.

Bynx Europe Ltd

Bynx is the world's leading supplier of innovative fleet and leasing technology supported business solutions. As leader in its class with over 20 years experience, Bynx provides the most functionally rich and flexible automotive software solutions for contract hire, fleet management and rental organisations. A fully integrated software suite specifically developed for the automotive fleet business, it lets you manage your operation smoothly and efficiently, minimising costs and enhancing your service to give you a clear competitive advantage. Whether you require an off-the-shelf solution, specific configuration or development, consultancy services or a hosted solution Bynx has the expertise and pedigree to support you.

CAP

CFC Solutions

CFC Solutions is the leading supplier of fleet, leasing and rental management software for the automotive industry. We are geared to deliver leading edge fleet management software products by virtue of our long standing experience of the fleet management industry, providing market leading vehicle management software solutions for the following business needs: Vehicle fleet management; Outsourced fleet management; Vehicle rental operations; Road risk management. Our products streamline workflow, provide effective task management and give you the information to turn data into decisions - fast.

Chevin Fleet Solutions

Chevin is a leading, global provider of dedicated fleet management software solutions for fleets of all sizes and types. Chevin Fleet Solutions can improve the efficiency and visibility of your fleet operation regardless of size, complexity or geographical spread by delivering key performance fleet operating information direct to your desktop on demand, empowering you to drive out inefficiencies and improve fleet performance. Our systems are created using the most up to date technologies and range from the PC based RoadBASE to the most advanced web-based solution available today - FleetWave.

Civica UK Ltd

The Civica group is one of the most experienced providers of consulting, software and managed services that help customers improve service delivery and efficiency. We offer a complete range of fleet software to help improve the efficiency of running a fleet operation. Each system has the capability to manage vehicles, plant, drivers, accidents, maintenance, hire and costs of your fleet, each with a different level of functionality to suit all fleet types, sizes and budgets. We provide full training courses on all aspects of the software tailored to system users and their business requirements.

ClaimWatch Ltd

ClaimWatch is an online job tracking system which the bodyshop updates as vehicles move through the repair process. The system requires minimum input and jobs can be moved forward to the next repair stage by a single click in the status of repair column. This automatically generates and updates both customer and work provider webpages, and customers can also receive text messages on their mobile phones. The bodyshop can use the on-screen repairs list as a 'work in progress' list and is therefore able to monitor workflow more efficiently. Everyone is kept informed and customer care levels are greatly enhanced.

CMS SupaTrak Ltd

CMS SupaTrak Ltd offer cost effective and affordable GPS vehicle tracking and fleet management solutions for small, medium sized and large businesses. All our products can be used individually or combined to provide a multifunctional solution for vehicle tracking and mobile workers. Whether you require a vehicle tracking, mobile working solution or a combination of the two, CMS SupaTrak is the right choice for your organisation.

Custos

CUSTOS is a UK owned and managed company and was established to provide a vehicle tracking and fleet management solution for businesses of all sizes. We can help you free up your time, save you money and minimise your Duty of Care exposure. The CUSTOS system is entirely web based, so all you need is a PC with an internet connection. As the unit is also used for theft tracking, we don’t advertise where they are hidden. However the installation takes less than an hour and there are several locations where the unit can be concealed. You will be given you unique secure log in, which will allow you to check your fleet from anywhere with an internet connection. Our system is available 24/7 and updates every five minutes and you can generate reports as often as you need.

Cybit Limited

Cybit Amatics provides specialised fleet management solutions for local authorities, government departments and utilities charged with delivering a broad range of services to the public sector. The market leading GPS vehicle tracking capabilities links with specialised applications including gully cleaners, road sweepers and gritters, alongside services designed for housing and mobile engineering departments and managing a mobile engineers and service workforces more effectively and profitably. As well as significantly increased fleet activity visibility, Cybit's on-line solutions provides a tool for enhanced compliance with duty of care legalisation, enhance vehicle utilisation, and revolutionise public sector service delivery.

Cybit Positioning Solutions Ltd

Cybit Positioning Solutions Ltd (formerly Thales Telematics plc) is the world leader in telemetry, tracking and positioning solutions. By integrating advanced data communications with positioning technologies Cybit Positioning Solutions Ltd has developed a range of technically advanced tracking solutions for applications ranging from fisheries management through to farming. There are no constraints on how our systems and products can be used to create custom solutions. Our technical sales team will happily help you put together a system to meet your needs. Cybit Positioning Solutions uses state-of-the-art systems and applications to provide quality services tailored to the individual needs of each customer. The company's end-to-end solutions are complemented by the company's strong commitment to developing long-term relationships and providing world-class support for clients wherever they are, whenever they need it.

Data Route Ltd

Data Route uses the latest GPS and mobile phone technology to put you in control of your fleet. You can see where your vehicles go, how they get there and who was driving. It shows journey start and end times, travel time, idle time, average speed and maximum speed. This information can then be used to monitor both your vehicles and your drivers. You can also perform live vehicle tracking on European maps.

DCML Ltd

DCML provides business software across the whole range of the automotive industry, from car manufacturers through their franchised dealers, into repairers & bodyshops. We have a deep & wide knowledge of the motor trade and our continuous software development produces a flow of high quality products, using leading-edge technology.

Distinctive Systems Ltd

The Distinctive Systems vehicle maintenance system (VMS) has been specially designed for HGV and PSV operators,from the smaller operator to the largest operators in the country,running fleets that are subject to VOSA annual test.The VMS software has been officially approved by VOSA as being fully compliant with all their requirements.

Dragon Telematics (VAM)

At a glance location of vehicles/drivers? Lengthy daily conversations with vehicles/drivers –meaning unnecessary call costs? Difficulty in analysing costs such as mileage for tax purposes? Drivers to reach their destinations the quickest way and first time?

Drive Software Solutions Ltd

DRIVE Software Solutions Ltd, creators and owners of the DRIVE Fleet Management and Leasing software product, is a privately owned UK business dedicated to the delivery of fleet, vehicle management, contract management and leasing solutions. DRIVE is used throughout the world by leading vehicle leasing companies, major vehicle manufacturers, and other operators of large fleets to whom we continue to provide additional services and on-going 24/7 support.

Driven

Driven is one of the UK 's top vehicle security providers. We are a VSIB accredited company and were amongst the first UK dealers to achieve Category 5 Status. Our products include stolen vehicle tracking devices, fleet tracking, reversing sensors and speed camera warning devices. We pride ourselves in offering an exceptional level of customer service and our objective is to ensure that our customers are given the best advice possible in order to allow them to make the best purchasing decision. Please feel free to call us on 0845 3306085.

DrivingMonitor

DrivingMonitor is a web-based fleet risk management tool that uses the latest web technologies to assess drivers' competency levels, and helps you meet your companies health and safety duty of care obligations. This unique suite of tools will give you a valuable insight into the risk levels of your company drivers, and will help you implement a strategy to minimise accidents and reduce insurance premiums. Drivers will be tested for their hazard perception, driving theory, attitude and Highway Code knowledge using our interactive driving training tool. The total fleet risk management approach encompasses more than the fleet driver training element of our programmes. It takes a look at current procedures in place that contain policy, licence checks, accident reporting, vehicle specification and many more areas that send the right messages to all drivers.

Enigma Vehicle Systems PLC

Skyline from Enigma Vehicle Systems PLC is an industry leading vehicle tracking, data management and security system providing real-time data, together with instant visibility for vehicles, construction plant and other remote assets. Using proven GPS technology and GSM/GPRS wireless communications, Skyline has a worldwide capability for vehicle tracking, and is designed for rapid deployment and low initial cost. Enigma Vehicle Systems PLC has been in business since 1992 and has extensive experience in vehicle and plant security, vehicle tracking for fleet management or stolen vehicle recovery. Although based in the UK, we have a growing presence in the Middle East through our sister company Skyline Enigma LLC based in the UAE, and partners in Europe, South and Central America and Africa.

Enterprise Software

Enterprise Software - Who We Are. Established for over 15 years, Enterprise Software provides transport and fleet management solutions. International coverage is provided to 70 customers across a broad spectrum of industries. Becoming a trusted partner and building long term relationships is vital to our joint success. Our client retention is testimony to this with over 75% having worked with us for 10 years or more. Each project is controlled by experienced Business Managers from the initial needs analysis stage through training, implementation and post installation support. A dedicated research and development team ensure that our solutions are leading edge and in line with current legislation.

Epyx

Epyx specialises in IT solutions for the automotive sector. Its best-known products are the 1link e-commerce platforms. 1link products improve the efficiency of major fleets and their suppliers, covering functions including vehicle procurement, maintenance, hire, disposals and relicensing. 1link has been adopted by leasing fleets totalling a parc of over two million vehicles, more than 11,000 service providers, and the majority of UK's top 50 vehicle leasing companies and motor manufacturers on behalf of their franchise dealer networks. Epyx also produces bespoke e-commerce solutions for a number of market-leading motor industry brands.

E-Training World

E-Training World is a leading specialist in the provision of on-line training and assessment solutions. For businesses large and small, in both public and private sectors, E Training World can cut down training costs, and reduce the amount of time that staff spend attending training courses, by replacing them with on-line solutions that provide significant commercial benefit and impact. If you would like to learn more about how you could benefit from web-based training we would be delighted to hear from you. Or perhaps you would like to find out how your current internal induction, assessment and training activities could be made more accessible to staff by using our web development expertise to turn them into on-line solutions for your intranet.

Expolink Europe

Founded in 1995, Expolink is an established, proven and highly regarded company that specialises in outsourced partnership services and market-leading business efficiency software. As your trusted partner, we help you grow your business, improve your efficiencies and profitability, and enhance your relationships with your customers. Expolink has been built on the foundations of a family run business and retains the values and approaches that are all too often ignored by many of today’s businesses. From our market leading position in whistleblowing services, we have expanded into a market leader in outsourced call centre services and following the acquisition of the Illingworth Partnership in 2001, we launched a suite of powerful, yet easy to use mobile quality management, data capture, workforce management and business efficiency software solutions. Contact us on 01249 661600 • sales@expolink.co.uk

Fast Track Fleet Management Ltd

We are a leading supplier of gps vehicle tracking, fleet management and gps fleet tracking solutions in the UK. Fast Track Fleet Management is able to cater for any size of business and innovative vehicle tracking and navman gps tracking products help firmly establish us as a leader of gps based vehicle and fleet tracking products in the UK.

FDTEK Ltd

FDTEK Ltd is a speciliast in the provision of low cost IT and related services to the automotive markeplace. FDInspect is a user friendly, vehicle safety inspection and service maintenance system for use within the commercial vehicle sector. It is designed to help you manage ever more stringent regulatory inspections such as O Licence and Loler requirements as well as service and maintenance diciplines.

Figtree Systems

Figtree Systems is a global provider of claims and risk management software solutions. Figtree Systems offers fleet companies accident damage report and management systems (FigADRM). FigADRM is an incident and claims management software system for motor claims and is designed specifically for companies handling large volumes of accident damage reports and claims. FigADRM paperless claims office and business process driven technology means the claims are recovered quickly injecting more cash into your businesses bottom line. FigFleet provides clients with a facility that improves fleet operational efficiency and contain costs by delivering a fleet management application that is compliant with FBT legislation, standards, and codes of practice.

Fleet Efficient

Fleet Efficient, provides you with the unique power to track and manage your vehicles at any moment whilst combining the capability to increase the safety and security of your assets. The Fleet Efficient unit can be installed in a variety of different vehicles for many different applications. It can be installed in cars, vans, HGVs, jet ski's, boats and plant equipment. As long as there is an external power source. Fleet Efficient is a multi-purpose multi-functional product. It can be used effectively in a variety of locations and for a variety of purposes. Not only can cars, vans, trucks, HGVs and plant take advantage of Fleet Efficient; but trailers, caravans, boats and motorcycles can benefit from Fleet Efficient's unique mix of capabilities.

Fleet Optimise Ltd

Fleet Optimise Ltd is an independent company specialising in Navman wireless GPS vehicle tracking, satellite navigation and messaging solutions. We were formed in September 2004 having already been the industry beforehand. Whilst being independent we work solely with Navman Wireless UK Ltd on a full time basis as we believe their product range to be the best in the UK today for ease of use and reliability. Saving money and time for companies are our two main goals by providing them with a solution that will cut their costs whilst freeing up their time by further improving their efficiency; thereby giving them time to become even more profitable. The benefits GPS vehicle tracking, navigation and messaging can provide is ever increasing, simply because our clients tell us so. For further information please see our website, or contact us on 0800 0845 801

Fleet Technique

Fleet Technique is one of the UK's leading fleet management providers. Focussing upon cost efficiency and increased control at every stage of its clients' operations; Fleet Technique has built up a tremendous reputation in the industry for delivering significant savings for its clients. Fleet Technique is the expert when it comes to fleet management, providing tailor-made solutions for fleets of all sizes and shapes. The company is a specialist in the management and maintenance of commercial vehicles and all the associated legal compliance issues.

FleetCheck Ltd

FleetCheck provides a comprehensive range of tools and services to help you manage a cost-effective, legally compliant and safe fleet. FleetCheck's innovative on-line software makes vehicle and driver management easy, whilst our support services will bring you a multitude of cost saving benefits.

FleetMatics

FleetMatics is a rapidly growing venture backed telematics company with significant mobile asset software experience dating back to 1998. FleetMatics was incorporated in 2004. The company's heritage began in the UK/Ireland market which led to rapid customer growth with market entry into the USA in 2005. The company's fleet tracking software solution was designed for web-based access from its initial design. The FleetMatics GPS Vehicle Tracking Solution provides our customers with real time information about their mobile assets anytime/anywhere 24/7.

Fleetwood Electronics Ltd

Description: Fleetwood Mobile integrates a company's mobile resources -- employees and vehicles -- into the company network to achieve increased levels of service and operating efficiencies. We have pioneered a low cost, Java-based in-vehicle terminal that provides future-proofed solutions for companies both large and small. Fleetwood is unique in enabling organizations of all sizes to have affordable virtual private network solutions that until now have only been available to the largest players. We sell a combination of hardware and software solutions that are offered as customer end- to-end solutions or managed through an international service centre network.

Fourth Tier Solutions Ltd

Fourth Tier Solutions Ltd provide leading edge rental management systems for car & commercial rental companies. Designed by rental industry professionals for unparalleled flexibility and functionality. A fully integrated product managing customers, locations, fleet, rates, reservations, rentals and management reporting.

Glass Information Services - EurotaxGlass

With the recent merge with Eurotax, continental Europe's leading provider of automotive information, Glass's are able to provide customers in the UK with access to car valuations and residual values across Europe. For pan-European operators Glass's are able to provide a single contact for all their information and application needs, whether they are dealers, fleet operators, finance or insurance companies, auction houses or manufacturers.

igroup

igroup is a leading web and mobile solutions integrator. We deliver enterprise solutions predominantly in the U.K. although we have customers in over 12 countries. Our head office is based near the historic Roman city of Chester in the North West of England. We also have a sales and support office in London and onshore and offshore igroup employed development teams. The solutions igroup provide enable businesses to utilise technology and gain a competitive advantage. We are able to offer an enterprise solution designed to your unique requirements. igroup has a select number of partners that allow you to utilise 'best of breed' expertise and gain the best solution and as a Microsoft Gold partner we offer Microsoft market leading products and our cutting edge implementation and consultancy. Our experience and knowledge can unlock the competitive advantages technology can offer your business.

In-Sync Systems Limited

Do you deal with fleet maintenance? We supply fast and easy to use software solutions to cover all aspects of workshop, breakdown, time and attendance and vehicle rental applications with full on-site training.

International Decision Systems Ltd

IDS are the leading supplier of integrated automotive data system and online information solutions. IDS has a strong track record of supplying the information on which the automotive industry relies. Around 85% of contract hire companies use solutions from IDS because of the unrivalled quality of its data, technical expertise & market knowledge.

J Murdoch Wight Ltd

JMW provide our in house designed Auditta XL fuel management system which includes use over the Internet. JMW can provide tank gauges and all associated products such as pumps and tanks. JMW also offer anti theft devices, tracking and logging products.

Jaama

Jato Dynamics Ltd

The world's leading supplier of automotive market intelligence, delivering the most comprehensive, accurate and current databases of vehicle specifications, sales, registrations, forecast, incentives, news and pricing available.

KAH Systems Ltd

Kah Systems provide a range of mobile, sophisticated and cost effective inspection solutions used in remarketing, de-fleet operations such as logistics centres, auction houses, vehicle storage sites and remote customer locations. Systems are fully configurable / scalable to meet the needs of small, medium large organisations.

Kinishi Ltd

FleetSure from Kinishi is a next generation telematics and security platform. This is a truly cost-effective solution offering state of the art tracking, tracing, reporting, two-way communication and award winning navigation - all fronted by an amazingly simple and intuitive user interface.

Malinko

At Malinko we believe that the best technology should be easy to use and available to you at a reasonable price. Malinko software is accessed via a password protected website and helps fleet managers record and manage vehicles details. Also provides booking and scheduling facilities. Use the database to help fulfil duty of care requirements.

Masternaut Three X

We are Mobile Resource Management experts who bring order to our customer's businesses. We integrate seamlessly into your business, our teams working in partnership with yours to embed solutions that give you total visibility. We know our solutions work - we use them to run our day-to-day business. Every new component we develop is implemented within our own organisation before it is released. Our continued growth and success is testament to the power they provide. We are proud to work with over 2000 customers, from small regional businesses to global household names. Thanks to the close relationships we have with them, they trust us to help drive their businesses forward.

MetaSystem UK Limited

MetaSystem are Europe's leading design manufacturers of security, safety and information solutions. The company's products are specified for OE/manufacturer programmes by over 20 of the world's top vehicle manufacturers. With over 30 years experience, MetaSystem remains committed to the development of advanced technologies demonstrated by its diverse and imaginative spectrum. The range includes car alarms and immobilisers, reversing aids, paging and location systems, bike alarms and accessories, home alarms, UPS (Uninteruptable Power Supply) and fleet management systems.

Microlise Ltd

At Microlise our mission is to empower our customers to reduce their costs and environmental impact by maximising the efficiency of their transportation operations. To achieve this we design and deploy innovative, industry-leading technology solutions and services that enable our customers to optomise fleet utilisation and driver performance. Although a technology company, we avoid being technology led. Our goal is first to understand our clients' business challenges and objectives; then, we build solutions that meet their specific needs and deliver to them real, quantifiable business benefits.

Millbrook Technology

Millbrook is a fleet technology consultancy providing services to the motor industry including dealerships, contract hire and leasing companies, fleet managers and brokers. We have implemented and managed fleet software systems including dealership management systems (DMS), contract hire systems, leasing systems , broker systems and fleet management systems. Our services include: fleet software consultancy, fleet software development, IT infrastructure reviews, business process reviews, fleet industry training and research. We also provide consultancy and research services to fleet software companies and a range of fleet support businesses.

Minorplanet Systems Plc

Minorplanet vehicle tracking and fleet management solutions combine real time GPS vehicle tracking with detailed management information to help reduce fleet running costs, reduce insurance premiums, improve productivity and demonstrate compliance with legal obligations - putting you firmly in control of your fleet.Vehicle tracking systems can significantly reduce running costs and add to profits. In fact, vehicle tracking and fleet management systems from Minorplanet can help reduce fuel consumption by up to 25%. A vehicle tracking system can help improve driver and vehicle efficiency. This results in more deliveries, happier customers, lower insurance premiums, the elimination of personal use of vehicles (if required), and validation of overtime claims - and above all, more efficient use of fuel. See how you could benefit from Minorplanet GPS vehicle tracking...

MiX Telematics UK Limited

MiX Telematics are a global provider of vehicle tracking and fleet management solutions to customers in over 75 countries across six continents. They help companies improve their operational performance; enabling fleet owners to reduce fleet running and fuel costs, comply with regulations and improve customer service. In the UK, MiX Telematics operates from offices in Birmingham, Swindon and Minworth.

MJC2 Limited

MJC2 Limited focuses on providing software solutions to complex optimisation, planning and scheduling problems, addressing areas such as: supply chain optimisation, strategic logistics, realtime distribution scheduling, manufacturing planning, intelligent business analysis, mobile workforce management and interactive visitor guiding. Dynamic routing software and vehicle tracking systems. Real-time scheduling and mobile workforce optimisation.

Mobil Information Systems Ireland

At the forefront of development in the telematics industry, Mobil Information Systems provides state of the art vehicle tracking & fleet management, via either secure web based solution or stand alone server client software.

Mobil Information Systems UK

Mobil Information Systems UK Ltd lead by management with unparalleled experience and knowledge of the Vehicle Tracking, Fleet management & telemetry industry. Mobil Information Systems UK Ltd is self funding gaining its markets position through organic growth and re-investment of profits in product and infrastructure. Ownership, product, marketing to the final commissioning of its solutions process, gives MIS its unique position in uncompromising service levels and ongoing customer support. Retaining its first 10 or so customers for more than 6 years without commitments to long term contracts testifies MIS ability to maintain long term relationship with its customers, achieved predominantly by dedicated and personal commitment to service excellence.

Motivity Solutions Limited

Motivity Solutions Ltd is a software house dedicated to providing software to the leasing and contract hire market. Motivity's clients range from small independents with 300 plus vehicles through to subsidiaries of banks with over 90,000 vehicles. Motivity are renowned as a company that fully understands the leasing business and for providing a functionally rich product that supports its full life cycle from quotation to disposal.

Motorconsult

Providing SMR (service, maintenance, & repairs) predictive cost data, Support Services, and Business Consultancy to the General Automotive, Fleet & Leasing, & Finance Industries. Since its formation in 1994 Motorconsult is now established as a leading provider of SMR (service, maintenance, & repairs) predictive cost data and support services to the General Automotive, Fleet and Leasing Industries as well as with end-user fleets. In particular Motorconsult is the market leader in the provision of SMR predictive cost data, and its client base currently represents in excess of 1.5 million vehicles under management. Innovative in its approach to client requirements, Motorconsult has a proven record of successful and timely delivery of projects. Above all, it believes strongly in transferring knowledge, imparting the benefit of its expertise for the future benefit of its clients.

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Nexus Computer Systems Ltd

Rentman, market leading vehicle rental software from Nexus Computer Systems Ltd, is the preferred solution of Ford, Vauxhall, Toyota and many inedependent rental companies. 500+ installations in the UK. The UK’s leading vehicle rental management system controls all front counter and back office operations from the printing of the rental agreement to production of comprehensive management reporting. It suits all sizes of rental operations and is installed today in single site rental operations running 20 vehicles and 100 site national rental operations running 1000’s of vehicles. Extremely powerful yet easy to use, RentMan comes with a host of advanced features with the flexibility to suit your business needs, whatever they may be.

Nexus Vehicle Management

Nexus have developed a portfolio of sophisticated e-commerce management platforms that holistically can completely automate entire processes within Fleet Management. Our systems are driven through web applications that can be accessed via any standard web browser, on any PC or Thin Client. Applications can be housed internally on your own internal network, but works equally as well hosted via the internet.

PBC Systems Ltd

Biztracker provides a reliable hosted solution for your vehicle tracking needs. GPS and the internet provide the means to deliver vehicle logs to your email account every morning. Live vehicle tracking is available through our internet portal. No training is required to use our system - it fits seemlessly into any business process.

Prohire

Prohire Software Systems has been established since 1996 and dedicated itself to providing the highest quality of services and computer software to the vehicle hire industry. Prohire has been installed in over 800 locations and is responsible for managing in excess of 100,000 vehicles. Prohire has an excellent reputation as a daily and long term rental / hire as well as contract hire software system. For daily rental, contract hire, flexilease, fleet management or brokerage , Prohire is an essential part of any pro-active management team.

QuikTrak Networks plc

QuikTrak is a specialist telecommunications business. Its proprietory technology provides secure tracking and data messaging products and services for cars, commercial vehicles, plant and equipment, property and people using its own spread spectrum network.

Real Fleet Ltd

Bespoke vehicle tracking and fleet management systems. Comprehensive vehicle management information in real time on flexible server/client basis, easily integrates into back office or third party software. No upfront costs, transparent monthly fee per vehicle.Call or email for free live online demonstration.

Remote Asset Management Ltd

Remote Asset Management are a leading provider of vehicle tracking system technologies. We pride ourselves on our understanding and attention to detail, not only after the sale but also before. Our expertise in the vehicle tracking systems and mobile data transfer sector is unrivalled. RAM GPS vehicle tracking systems deliver precise vehicle movements in real time through the internet to your PC. This live vehicle tracking system enables its users to maximise vehicle and engineer utilisation, boost productivity, while reducing costs. Your vehicle tracking information is delivered both in real time and historical format, right to your desktop, through detailed mapping and reporting leaving you in no doubt as to your fleets movements.

Renard Ltd

Renard Ltd specialise in industry specific software solutions. By listening to the needs of each client we develop our software to perform the tasks required. Simply, reliably and cost effectively. All of Renard's products are: easy to learn and use with no need for specialised or dedicated staff; originally commissioned to meet specific needs; bought by major national companies; applicable to wider audiences; customized for each client; continually growing; fully networked; well supported.

ResourceTrack (UK) Limited

Real-time fleet management using mobile phone & PC. Manage drivers, stock, plant & equipment, issue jobs in real-time, digital pen & paper solution for proof of delivery. Manage Duty of Care and Health & Safety of fleet drivers.

RE-Tech UK Ltd

RE-Tech UK Ltd is a company whose core business is the distribution, of telemetry hardware and software systems. Our products are at the forefront of this technology. The company's core focus and indeed its success, has been in the fleet management market. In addition to these products, RE-Tech UK Ltd Systems offers a bureau service for those customers not wishing to monitor their own vehicles.

Risk Mapping On-Line Limited

RMO provide on-line driver risk assessments for fleets throughout the UK. Assessments are undertaken in just 45 minutes. Reports are then generated and emailed to the client, and an audit trail of compliance established for every driver, office, depot and workgroup in the company. RMO offer companies a smarter, more cost effective way of managing driver safety - now every company can afford to manage the safety of every driver.

Road Safety Consultancy

Road Safety Consultancy is a leading specialist in managing road risk. Our principal consultant Graham Hurdle, was previously managing director of Pro-Drive, a leading UK fleet risk management and driver training company. He is now the Managing Director of both E-Training World and Road Safety Consultancy. Graham is available to any organisation, company or Government department that wishes to improve road safety.

Road Tech Computer Systems Ltd

Road Tech Computer Systems Limited designs, writes and markets "ROADRUNNER" software for the logistics and distribution market sector, together with associated hardware and peripheral equipment. The most successful company in this field, Road Tech is recognised as the market leader with in excess of 1400 installations amounting to some 4000 individual users nationwide. Road Tech provides a complete specialist solution based on open systems principles for organisations that have intensive and often time critical operations. Our systems are designed to supply instant real-time information for decisive, cost effective management. Our customers include many of the major operators in the United Kingdom, local and other government agencies and a cross section of other industry enterprises.

Satcom Technology

Satcom has 20 years experience of implementing real-time online satellite tracking and communication systems - trailer tracking, vehicle tracking.

Skytag Ltd

Skytag Ltd locator units utilise both the GPS satalite and GSM network to communicate data back to our control centre not only about your vehicle's location but also its movement, speed and direction. The condition of the vehicle battery is also monitored allowing us to inform you when attention may be required, ensuring that if the worst happens the locator is ready and waiting for us to help recover your property in record time. Whatever your type of vehicle make sure you have the added security of SKYTAG protection. Monitored GPS tracking systems for domestic and commercial use. Cars, trucks, vans, tractors, plant, caravans, motorhomes, motorcycles, horseboxes, boats, large assets. Low monthly subscriptions. European coverage. Police access.

Southern Computer Systems Ltd

Southern Computer Systems Ltd has been researching and developing software solutions specifically for the transport industry since the late 1980’s, and we are one of the UK’s leading fleet software providers. We commenced the development of Fleetmaster in the late 1980’s, and the system is one of the leading fleet software solutions on the market today. The Fleetmaster system is a very powerful and comprehensive vehicle and workshop management system, which has been designed to be very easy to use, and it provides a total integrated solution for the fleet transport operator. Fleetmaster Increases productivity and efficiency across your business. It's proven to reduce fleet running costs by increased awareness, it has an easy to use interface and it improves employee satisfaction plus it includes electronic forms and online data capture.

Stoneridge Electronics Ltd

Digital tachographs and analysis solutions. Whether you need digital analysis only or digital/analogue mixed, we've got a solution for fleets and budgets of all shapes and sizes.

Sussex Vanline

Sussex Vanline specialise in supplying quality plylining and vehicle accessories designed to make your van work for you. We currently supply the majority of commercial vehicle sales outlets in the South East as well as hundreds of private companies and individuals. We are the SE England distributor for the Garmin GPS-Buddy satellite navigation system. Our vehicle accessories range includes ply-lining, tow bars, bulkheads, roof racks/bars, seating, shelving, racking, security, alarms and and much more, and we are also an authorised Speedliner agent. All our products are competitively priced and our team of skilled fitters will install them at our fitting centre or on site at your premises, quickly, promptly and hassle free.

TAAP Limited

TAAP provides software for mobile workforces via PDAs and secure websites. It can assist fleet managers through its specific vehicle controls such as damage management and fuel levels, plus electronic inspection form. We deal with vehicle assessments, deliveries and disposals through our flexible software solutions. We have worked within the automotive & fleet sector since our inception, so, whether you’re a major manufacturer, a dealership, a rental car supplier, a fleet manager, an accident repair company, or a breakdown service, don’t hesitate to contact us to see how we can help you realise the benefits of TAAP mobile applications and secure websites.

Technopoly Ltd

Accelerator from Technopoly is vehicle maintenance software offering tailored solutions for fleet maintenance, fleet management, service centres and PCV operators.

The Miles Consultancy

These are the reasons clients are choosing The Miles Consultancy; We deliver savings painlessly and quickly, with low impact on resources and infrastructure. We are flexible, nimble and willing to enhance our process and solutions to help you achieve your goals. We bring innovation and committed resource so that your seed ideas flourish, and we do this quickly and incisively so that you can make your decisions in a timely way. We concentrate on our core activities which involve cash allowance, ECO and company car environments to make sure that we are as up to date as possible. We take regular counsel from industry and legislative leaders to ensure we continue to innovate to drive more savings or better compliance. Our clients and partners say that we are easy to work with and bring enhanced value to the relationship and alliance.

Think Tracking

Fleet Tracking systems for commercial vehicle fleets. Our vehicle tracking systems are market leading products designed to reduce fleet costs and increase fleet efficiency.

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Towquest Limited

Towquest is a long established software house providing dedicated software for the leasing, finance and motor industries. The company's focused product range now comprises of: PRO-Lease, one of the most comprehensive vehicle leasing and management system available in the market today, servicing fleets from business start-up to in excess of 100,000 units; WEB-Lease - an extensive and highly flexible internet access capability, opening the power of the PRO-Lease system to the leasing company's client base; Car Rental / Car Rental Online, a comprehensive fully-configurable suite of programs covering all aspects of short term vehicle hire. Available for public or corporate access via the internet; ACTforma, a vehicle finance placement control system specifically designed to provide central administration capabilities for the medium to larger dealer groups.

Trace Systems

Fleet management system software with integrated modules for workshop and stores,body shop and hire for commercial vehicles,plant and cars. Benefits include reduced debtor days through timely invoicing, elimination of duplicated manual tasks, rapid and easy access to data and vehicle history, avoiding duplicated servicing, avoiding missed services,progress to more safety, efficiency and profitability.

Track It Now

We offer a fully featured real time GPS based vehicle tracking system. Automatic location updates every minute and live real time tracking. Extensive range of reports that are exportable to any spreadsheet.

Trakm8 Ltd

Trakm8 Group is a major provider in the global telematics market place. Operating with three discrete business sectors, a Trakm8 company can provide all your telematics needs: If you require full internet based service look no further than Trakm8 SWIFT. Trakm8 SWIFT has revolutionised the market place with its flexible, low cost and remarkably easy to use total solution. Trakm8 Telematics continues to grow on its reputation as one of the pioneering hardware and software providers in the market place. Having been founded in 2002, Trakm8 Telematics now has over 110,000 units in the field. Digital Atlas was formed with the acquistion of PJSOFT and will continue to deliver cost efficient high performance map servers and cartographic services with unparalleled flexibility.

TransportPRO

TransportPro software is aimed at small / medium sized car transport firms, which manages all of your customers, job pricing, invoicing, receipts, expenses, VOSA regulations and scheduling. Track your customers' bookings, automatically create invoices, receipts and statements, price up jobs quickly using QuickQuote, manage your performance and benefit from SMS text message marketing.

Truckcom Systems Limited

Truckcom is an office and mobile based fleet management solution. Utilising the most up to date mobile technology Truckcom offers - planning, tracking, electronic PODs, invoicing, maintenance - vehicle checks, satellie navigation, job details. No upfront costs for software - pay as you go option. Truckcom mobile uses readily available PDA phones, mounted in your vehicles. These devices remain in constant communication with the Truckcom office software and provide a wide range of features. Modern hauliers operate sophisticated vehicles with high running costs. If Truckcom can save your drivers and vehicles just a small amount of time and mileage, the savings can quickly mount up. Tracked, satellite navigation equipped vehicles perform better, and the system has a range of features helps your office and vehicle operators to do their jobs more effectively and more easily.

Truckfile

Truckfile enables all the important and legal documentation to be recorded for the life of your truck fleet, regardless of size, on a secure central core. Authorised users can access direct copies of all documentation twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. In addition, all information stored on the central core can be viewed or reprinted.

Tuskerdirect Ltd

Tusker was launched in 2000 to address the lack of on-line live management tools available to fleet operators. We appreciate that each customer is different, which is why we design a bespoke fleet management package for every one of them. Whether you are considering fully outsourcing, or require assistance with certain elements of vehicle acquisition and/or fleet management, we will tailor a unique solution to meet your needs. Accurate, real-time information will be delivered to your fingertips, enabling you to monitor the efficiency of your fleet and the savings we are making on your behalf. Tusker have launched a new online and fully automated salary sacrifice scheme, which makes company cars available to staff who would not normally qualify to receive them at incredibly low prices.

UniTrak Telematics Ltd

UniTrak is a nationwide company supplying a leading, easy to use, online or office-based vehicle, asset and personal tracking solution utilising the most advanced mobile technology available on the market today We provide web-based software to enable you to have visibility and control over all your vehicles, plant and equipment together with Workflow software with the unique ability to show the progress of your vehicles and jobs from the same, easy to use, web-browser software. UniTrak are also able to provide, through strategic partnership, bespoke mobile workforce solutions for companies with 50+ mobile operatives.

VBS Support Ltd

VBS supplies services and support to the retail motor industry, for computing and related information and communications technologies (ICT). We have a range of expertise across the whole spectrum of ICT disciplines. From basic network workgroups with file and print services, to business critical databases and beyond to Internet services such as virtual private networking, and mobile data transfer over the internet. Integrated vehicle business software (VBS) for rental, contract hire, leasing and retail motor industry, incorporating elements for vehicle rental , contract hire , fleet brokerage, parts counter, fleet asset management, integrated ledgers, cash book, payroll, contract maintenance, fleet maintenance, new vehicle sales, used vehicle sales and workshop.

Vermillion

Based in Preston, Vermillion is a leading provider of fleet management, application tracking software and flexible technology solutions for businesses and individuals. At the heart of the system is hardware fitted discreetly to the vehicle. It requires no driver interaction or intervention, but continually monitors and records the vehicle’s position, speed and distance travelled, anywhere in the world, using the Global Positioning System (GPS). This data is then transferred by the use of a GPRS wireless network to Vermillion’s own servers which customers can then access from any PC with an internet connection.The data forms the basis of our live tracking service and provides historical management information that enables you to improve productivity, reduce fleet running costs and demonstrate your compliance with legal obligations.

VRS Europe Ltd

Since 1981 VRS have concentrated on the development of software solutions for a growing spread of business processes. VRS business applications work together to provide a base of integrated systems for all of the mobile business needs. VRS provide systems and support to an impressive list of household name companies within the transport industry and work with major companies to provide specific solutions. VRS software sytems include vehicle management software, workshop software, telematics, scheduling systems.

V-Sol Ltd

V-SOL GPS vehicle tracking systems provide what is probably the only true real time, live GSM and GPS vehicle tracking and location system, in the UK and Europe. It has been developed specifically for commercial, logistic and fleet vehicle tracking requirments. V-SOL is the only vehicle tracking and location system in the UK that can take advantage of ALL forms of communications. This allows for the fastest connections possible whilst providing truly unbeatable running costs. Advanced vehicle telematics, including automatic vehicle location (AVL), real time, live tracking solutions, data transfer and messaging at its best. Suitable for cars, vans, PSV, HGV, trailers and heavy plant.

Ylem Ltd

YLEM are suppliers of fully integrated ERP, fleet, accounts, workshop and asset management software. Launched in 1972 YLEM have a strong track record in the hire industry. Our lead product Genesys is a leading fleet management and hire software solution. Genesys includes complete workshop management software in a single system. Integrate your systems into a single system. From general administration to year end accounts and financial analysis.

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The latest traffic information

M2 Medway Bridge, Kent: Maintenance Inspections

To ensure that the M2 Medway Bridge is effectively maintained, the Highways Agency will be inspecting the bridge near junctions 1 to 3 on the M2 in Rochester, Kent from Monday 15 March until the end of May. Work will take place first on the coastbound carriageway and then later on the London-bound carriageway. All [...]

Boost to Economy as £8 Million Improvement Work On M4 Start Early

Advance work to improve safety and tackle congestion on the M4 in Berkshire started this month. Work is now underway on an improvement scheme to the M4 between junction 8/9 at Maidenhead and junction 10 at Wokingham costing £8 million – £4 million of which is Government fiscal stimulus funding. The Highways Agency is strengthening [...]

Highways Agency to install protective screens on Woodway Lane footbridge after objects thrown from bridge

From next Monday, the Highways Agency will begin work to install protective screens on the Woodway Lane footbridge which crosses the M6 between Junction 2 (Coventry) and Junction 3 (Bedworth). This follows repeated incidents of objects being thrown from the bridge, resulting in more than ten vehicles being struck. A local partnership, including the Highways [...]

Good News for Motorists – M4 Works between J18 and 19 completed eight days ahead of schedule

Work to replace 4.3 miles of steel central reservation barrier with a safer concrete barrier between junction 18 (Bath) and 19 (M32 Bristol) of the M4 has been completed a week ahead of schedule and half a million pounds under budget. A combination of careful planning and good weather has helped the project team complete [...]

New traffic lights for A628/A57 junction, Hollingworth

The Highways Agency will be carrying out work to install new traffic lights at the junction of the A628 and A57 in Hollingworth Village near Glossop. Work will start on Monday, 22 March and will be completed on 30 April. As well as installing new traffic lights, work will also take place to provide pedestrian [...]

West Midlands motorway and trunk road maintenance programme 15-21 March 2010

M6 Junction 14 (Stafford North) to Junction 13 (Stafford South) The southbound M6 between junction 14 and junction 13 will be closed overnight from 8.00pm to 6.00am from Saturday 20 March to Sunday 21 March for the removal of narrow lanes as part of hard shoulder strengthening. This will include the entry slip road at [...]

Yorkshire and the Humber Roadworks Update; Saturday 13 March to Friday 19 March

M1, Junction 30 (Barlborough) to Junction 31 (Aston), south of Sheffield Slight delays are expected on the M1 between Junction 30 (Barlborough) and Junction 31 (Aston) due to sign repair work. There will be two lanes closed on the northbound carriageway overnight from 9pm on 18 March until 5am on 19 March. M1, Junction 32 [...]

Overnight closures to install bridge beams over the A421

The project to improve safety and cut congestion on the A421 between Bedford and the M1 at Junction 13 moves a step forward next week, Monday 15 March, weather permitting, when work will begin to place the beams on the two new bridges at Marsh Leys Junction. The bridges are being built to carry the [...]

Roadworks information for Highways Agency roads in Cumbria and North Lancashire – 7 days beginning Monday 15th March 2010

ONGOING SCHEMES A595 West Lakes Science Park to Bigrigg (resurfacing and drainage) – traffic signals for resurfacing and drainage works. Work continues until the 26th March. M6 (Cumbria) Between Junctions 39 and 40 Shap to Penrith (bridge works) – various lane closures and contraflow in both directions for bridge improvements. Work continues until the 26th [...]

Roadworks information for Highways Agency roads in Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Cheshire and South Lancashire – 7 days beginning Monday 15th March 2010

ONGOING SCHEMES M57 Junction 2 to Junction 1 Prescot to Huyton (safety system) – overnight closure southbound from 22.00 to 05.00 between Monday 15th March and 19th March for installation of the MIDAS traffic safety system. M53 & A41 M53 Junction 4 to Junction 5 Bebington to Ellesmere Port and A41 junction with M53 Junction [...]

Highways Agency meet with project partners and local residents to address M6 work concerns

The Highways Agency are working closely with Walsall Council and the residents who live closest to the M6 roadworks near Junction 10 (Walsall) to find solutions to their concerns and develop new ways of working for the remainder of the project. Last week, the Highways Agency met with project partners Carillion and Mouchel at the [...]

North East roadworks update – 13th March – 19th March

A1M, Junction 62, County Durham Slight delays are expected overnight on the A1M at Junction 62 for CCTV camera installation works. There will be one lane open north and southbound on the slip roads and circulatory between 8pm and 6am. The works will take place until 13 March. A1 Newcastle Gateshead Western Bypass, [...]

M25 widening making good progress – work to start between junctions 18 and 21

The next stage of a major construction project to widen the M25 in Hertfordshire is being marked by public exhibition at Hunton Bridge in Abbots Langley. The Highways Agency is widening the motorway from three lanes to four between junction 16, for the M40, and junction 23, for the A1(M). The M25 is also being [...]

Good News For Motorists – Mere A303 Works Completing Nine Days Ahead Of Schedule

Major resurfacing and maintenance work on the A303 near Mere is being completed nine days ahead of schedule and around £1 million under budget. All traffic management and diversion routes will be lifted by the evening of Friday, March 12 marking the end of these major works in Wiltshire. A combination of careful planning and [...]

Driver Advice Crufts 11-14 March 2010

Visitors to Crufts this week are being advised by the Highways Agency to plan their journey and allow plenty of time to get to the event. With around 150,000 people expected to attend the show, surrounding roads, particularly the M42 and M6, are likely to be very busy. The Highways Agency has had the electronic [...]

Work to repair A47 carriageway

Repairs to a section of the A47 west of Dereham are set to start on Thursday 11 March. The work involves replacing several concrete carriageway slabs with an asphalt surface on the westbound carriageway as well as repairs to Scarning Bridge on both east and westbound carriageways. The work will be carried out between 8pm [...]

Smoother road surface for the A46 at Winthorpe, Nottinghamshire

A scheme to resurface the Winthorpe roundabout, and repair sections of the A46 carriageway near Winthorpe will start on Monday, 22 March. The work will take place overnight between 8pm and 6am for four nights, but while the resurfacing and carriageway patching repairs take place there will be lane and carriageway closures. From Monday 22 [...]

A500 Stoke on Trent (Etruria to Porthill) improvement update

Work on the A500 Etruria to Porthill improvement scheme is continuing on schedule despite setbacks caused by the recent adverse weather. The majority of street lighting columns have been erected and work to reconstruct the footpath is ongoing. From next week, as announced in the original notification of works, the speed limit through the roadworks [...]

Weekly Summary of Roadworks for M25 – 11/03/2010

A traffic management summary for both new and ongoing work All dates and times subject to weather conditions M25 Widening M25 junction 27 The anti clockwise link road leading to the M11 northbound will be closed overnight for 11 nights from 10.00pm to 05.30am from Monday 15 March 2010 until Friday 26 March [...]

Weekly Summary of Roadworks in Kent & Sussex – 11/03/2010

A traffic management summary for both new and ongoing work All of the following work is dependent on suitable weather conditions. M20 Junction 8 Ashford Road The A20 Ashford Road Bridge, which runs above the M20 junction 8 overbridge will be closed until mid March. The work is being carried out in order [...]

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