1541. Planning a School Trip? 3 Great Destinations
November 09, 2018
Planning a school trip can be stressful and time-consuming – especially considering how much teachers work. Luckily, several companies cater to educational trips, and many areas offer tours, guides and more. Read on for three of the best locations to amaze, inform and inspire.
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1542. Expert Recommended Attractions for Learning Opportunities on School Trips
November 09, 2018
Few teachers have the time to put together a perfect bespoke outing, most need a little help and structure when planning a school trip. In this article, we’ll list a few of the UK’s best educational attractions and suggest some ways to build a great trip.
The Houses of Parliament
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1543. Strive to Drive Conservatively: Top Fuel Reduction Tips
November 09, 2018
There’s a lot to think about when doing delivery work. In addition to the usual concerns about timings, reliability and costs, haulage companies and drivers also need to consider the environmental impact of their work. Too often, environmental issues pushed aside by other worries and can fall by the...
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1544. Take Back Your Comfort: How to Reduce Back Pain While Driving
November 09, 2018
According to the charity Back Care, between 30 and 60% of drivers report spinal pain caused or made worse by driving. And it’s not just sitting down for a long time that does it. Driving exposes your body to a lot of forces, including acceleration, deceleration and, worst of all, vibration. HGV driv...
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1545. Hydrogen vs Lithium: Which is the Fuel of the Future?
November 09, 2018
With environmental concerns mounting and traditional fuels increasingly expensive, the transport industry is changing fast. Governments, haulage companies and manufacturers are all investing in the future, usually placing their bets on one of two contenders: hydrogen or lithium. In this article, we’...
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1546. What the Pre-Brexit Budget Means for the Haulage Industry
November 09, 2018
The pre-Brexit budget for 2018 has been finalised and Phillip Hammond, Chancellor of the Exchequer, has stated that “Britain is open for business”. It’s a bold statement, but what does this actually mean for the UK logistics and haulage industry?
The Key Pledges
Among the key pledges...
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1547. Clean Air Revolution Hits the Roads of London
November 09, 2018
The future is looking greener for haulage companies, with more new technologies being tested on large trucks. Waste disposal vehicles in Westminster have been fitted with a replacement exhaust system that has been successful in significantly reducing emissions. The Council is hopeful that this solut...
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1548. Ford Predicts a Future Free of Traffic Lights
November 09, 2018
Traffic lights and stop signs can be a real bugbear, particularly if you’re in haulage work and most of your days are spent on the road. In fact, research has revealed that the average driver spends about two days per year waiting at traffic lights (and hauliers aren’t even your average drivers). As...
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1549. What's in a Name? How to be a Haulage Hero!
November 09, 2018
Having a killer business name is a crucial factor when starting up a new company, and it’s something that can be difficult to get right. If you’re setting up a trucking business but aren’t sure how to get the ball rolling when it comes to naming it, here are a few helpful tips that will get those cr...
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1550. How to Make an Owner Driver Courier Business Work
November 09, 2018
More and more people, in the courier business and elsewhere, are becoming their own boss. Think you have what it takes to be an owner driver? Read on to find out.
Why Become an Owner Driver?
There are many reasons an individual might choose to strike out on their own. Some are diss...
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