http://www.fta.co.uk/news/ FTA breaking news feed en-gb press.office@fta.co.uk websupport@fta.co.uk http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-issues-note-of-caution-on-hs2 The Freight Transport Association, which represents the users of rail freight in the UK, has asked that the needs of freight are not forgotten in the buzz surrounding High Speed Rail 2 (HS2). Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:49:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/foreign-lorry-focus-for-safer-roads-and-fairer-market The Public Accounts Committee report into the regulation of commercial vehicles will provide a welcome focus on the issue of unsafe overseas lorries and driving practices, according to FTA. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/transport-minister-underlines-support-for-quiet-night-time-deliveries At FTA's Urban Logistics Conference, Transport Minister Paul Clark said that quiet night-time deliveries can tackle urban congestion, reduce carbon emissions and engender more reliable deliveries without impacting on the lives of local residents. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:25:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/here-is-the-news-kate-silverton-to-present-logistics-showcase Kate Silverton, hugely popular presenter and journalist, will provide another good reason for the logistics sector to celebrate its successes when she hosts the inaugural Logistics Showcase on 13 April 2010. Thu, 4 Mar 2010 15:40:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/abandoning-c-charging-will-pave-way-for-better-schemes-says-fta The Freight Transport Association has welcomed government plans to abandon the narrow focus of its congestion charging policy via the Transport Innovation Fund (TIF) in favour of the Urban Challenge Fund (UCF). Thu, 4 Mar 2010 14:51:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/commit-to-logistics-fta-urges-politicians Politicians must commit to the logistics sector or risk consigning the UK to a future of under-achievement, says the Freight Transport Association. Mon, 1 Mar 2010 11:57:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/transaid-cements-relationship-with-fta-as-royal-patron-opens-new-office HRH The Princess Royal unveiled a plaque at an opening ceremony of the Freight Transport Association's new Leeds office this morning. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:42:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/m6-toll-hike-bad-for-business-the-environment-and-all-road-users The inflation-busting increases being foisted on heavy goods vehicle (HGV) operators who use the M6 toll road is bad for business, other motorists and the environment, says the Freight Transport Association. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:36:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/government-inflation-targets-scuppered-by-fuel-duty-rises-says-fta The Government has dealt itself a poor hand having revealed that one of the largest culprits for the sharp rise in annual inflation last year was fuel costs - a factor exacerbated by successive, above-inflation fuel duty rises. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 15:20:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/adonis-backs-ftas-logistics-carbon-reduction-scheme Lord Adonis, the Secretary of State for Transport, has backed a new scheme from the Freight Transport Association to report the logistics sector's carbon footprint publicly. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 15:24:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-welcomes-select-committee-support-or-strategic-freight-network The Freight Transport Association has today welcomed support for the Strategic Freight Network by an influential Parliamentary committee. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 15:14:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/transport-minister-to-address-fta-urban-logistics-conference Transport minister Paul Clark will be the keynote speaker at the Freight Transport Association's annual Urban Logistics Conference, which takes place in London on 10 March. Mon, 8 Feb 2010 14:50:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/show-logistics-some-love-says-fta Few sectors can claim to have as significant an impact on our lives as the logistics sector, without which society as we know it would look very different. Thu, 4 Feb 2010 16:16:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-cautious-over-simplification-of-speed-limit-rules Government proposals to reduce the maximum legal speed limit for some lorries on our motorways have been met with caution by leading trade body the Freight Transport Association (FTA). Tue, 2 Feb 2010 15:36:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/investment-and-smarter-speed-limits-can-improve-our-roads-safety-rating-says-fta The Freight Transport Association has called for greater investment in road infrastructure along with a more intelligent approach to speed limits to bring greater safety benefits to all road users. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:54:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/scotlands-minister-for-transport-to-address-ftas-inaugural-supply-chain-forum Stewart Stevenson, Minister for Transport, Infrastructure & Climate change, will deliver the keynote speech at the Freight Transport Association's (FTA) inaugural Scottish Supply Chain Forum (SSCF) on 26 January. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:05:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/final-atf-contract-a-big-improvement-says-freight-transport-association The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency's plans to introduce Authorised Testing Facilities across the country will be improved significantly by the contractual changes it has made to ensure ATF operators are better protected. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:24:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/freight-industry-tackles-climate-challenge In lieu of any meaningful progress at last month's Copenhagen climate summit, the freight industry is leading the debate on how to record and sensibly reduce its own carbon emissions. Tue, 5 Jan 2010 16:49:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/ensure-a-compliant-2010-with-the-fta-guide-to-road-transport-law The Freight Transport Association has published the 48th edition of its indispensable guide to road transport law. Mon, 4 Jan 2010 16:28:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/apathy-over-severn-tolls-is-stealing-from-santa-says-fta Refusal by policy makers to tackle the problem of unreasonably high tolls levied to lorries crossing the River Severn has effectively handed businesses in Wales a massive bill for Christmas. Wed, 23 Dec 2009 11:33:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-identifies-where-rail-freight-terminals-are-most-needed Britain's climate change dilemma will worsen without support for more strategically-sited rail freight terminals, according to the Freight Transport Association. Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:45:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/wags-severn-bridge-ignorance-beggars-belief-says-fta The Welsh Assembly Government's lack of understanding of the unfair burden imposed on companies doing business in Wales caused by the Severn Tolls beggars belief, the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has said today (15 December 2009). Wed, 16 Dec 2009 09:23:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-urges-libdems-to-consider-importance-of-air-freight The Freight Transport Association has criticised proposals by the Liberal Democrats to introduce a 'per flight' aviation tax. Tue, 1 Dec 2009 16:42:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-members-help-transaid-make-a-difference The Freight Transport Association is giving its members the option to make a donation to international development charity Transaid along with their annual FTA membership fees. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:44:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/national-lorry-parking-strategy-welcomed-by-fta Lorry drivers who struggle to find safe and secure parking facilities to take their legally-required rest breaks were given a boost today after the Department for Transport (DfT) unveiled its long-awaited national lorry parking strategy. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:40:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/lorry-friendly-sat-nav-available-from-fta Lorries hitting low bridges could be a thing of the past thanks to a satellite navigation unit designed specifically for lorry drivers. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:01:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/road-safety-in-wales-boosted-by-fta-recommendation Decent overnight lorry parking facilities on Wales' trunk roads are one step closer after a recommendation made by the Freight Transport Association was accepted by the Welsh Assembly Government. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:48:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/essential-industry-guide-aimed-at-improving-wheel-security There were nearly 400 instances of wheel loss from lorries in 2006, according to analysis undertaken by the Transport Research Laboratory. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:39:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/o-licensing-in-northern-ireland-fta-welcomes-clearance-of-latest-hurdle Improved road safety and fairer competition in Northern Ireland took a step closer to realisation yesterday when the Goods Vehicle (Operator Licensing) Bill passed the Consideration stage. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:59:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-shapes-future-of-rail-freight-in-wales Wider rail tracks, greater load capacity and more freight terminals - allowing goods to be exchanged between road and track - are essential if rail freight is to achieve its true potential in Wales. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:15:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-welcomes-publication-of-draft-port-policy-paper The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has welcomed the Department for Transport's (DfT) long-awaited National Policy Statement for ports. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:01:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/digipostpro-a-hassle-free-way-to-send-driver-and-vehicle-data-to-fta The digipostpro - available from the Freight Transport Association - will help commercial vehicle operators and drivers meet their legal obligations by simplifying and speeding up the way essential data can be sent for analysis. Mon, 9 Nov 2009 16:37:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/cut-costs-and-protect-reputation-with-ftas-fleet-engineer The Freight Transport Association's Fleet Engineer seminars provide up-to-date advice to delegates wanting to take advantage of developments in vehicle design and fuel technology to support wider business efficiency and cost reduction goals. Mon, 9 Nov 2009 12:54:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/stay-legal-with-ftas-guide-to-managing-agency-drivers The Freight Transport Associations (FTA) Guide to Managing Agency Drivers will give advice to companies employing temporary drivers on how to stay on the right side of the law. Fri, 6 Nov 2009 12:38:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-welcomes-libdem-recognition-of-need-for-level-playing-field Leading trade body, the Freight Transport Association (FTA), has cautiously welcomed Liberal Democrat proposals to level the playing field between UK and foreign hauliers. Wed, 4 Nov 2009 14:41:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-seminars-help-transport-managers-prioritise-extensive-responsibilities-says-iveco FTA's Transport Manager 2009 seminar roadshow - which is currently under way and runs until early December - is sound preparation for transport managers who play a "massively important" role, says exclusive sponsor Iveco. Mon, 2 Nov 2009 16:55:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/lack-of-bridge-toll-consistency-unfair-on-anglo-welsh-crossings Leading trade body the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has accused the Government of sending out mixed messages to businesses. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:45:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/test-centre-viability-should-be-a-traffic-commissioner-decision-says-fta Traffic Commissioners should decide whether future Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) closures should go ahead, says FTA. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:49:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/emissions-trading-is-the-smart-way-to-reduce-aviations-carbon-output The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has urged politicians to put their full support behind the emissions trading scheme to meet tough European carbon emissions targets without doing irreparable damage to the UK economy. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:56:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/abandonment-of-freight-data-capture-is-a-victory-for-common-sense The Freight Transport Association (FTA) welcomes the decision by the Home Office and the UK Border Agency (UKBA) not to implement police freight data capture powers for the movement of goods within the European Union. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 11:42:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/c-charge-automated-system-will-benefit-smaller-freight-operators-says-fta The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has welcomed news that Mayor Boris Johnson has decided to introduce an automated payment system for the London Congestion Charge. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:28:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/follow-fta-news-on-twitter The Freight Transport Association (FTA) now has its very own Twitter feed. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:54:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/poots-sets-out-o-licensing-plans-for-northern-ireland-at-ftas-transport-manager-seminar Minister for the Environment, Edwin Poots, has today announced plans to introduce legislation covering operator licensing to Northern Ireland's commercial road transport industry. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:41:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-supports-plans-to-scrap-southbound-dartford-toll The Freight Transport Association (FTA) supports the Government's proposal to scrap the southbound toll at the Dartford Crossing, Kent. Fri, 2 Oct 2009 17:10:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/ftas-response-to-gordon-browns-speech-at-labour-party-conference Speaking after Gordon Brown's speech to the Labour Party conference, the FTA's James Hookham said: "A new national investment programme for businesses could provide a much needed boost for companies looking to expand and invest. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:53:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-welcomes-formal-adoption-of-eu-road-transport-package The Freight Transport Association welcomes the Council of Ministers' adoption of new rules that will bring safer roads and fairer European competition closer, and spell bad news for rogue commercial vehicle operators. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 11:40:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/welsh-assembly-puts-freight-high-on-road-safety-agenda The Freight Transport Association welcomes a report into improving road safety and traffic flows on Wales' roads. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/passengerfta---cutting-the-riskk-for-passenger-transport-operators Passengerfta is helping PCV operators cut their risk of incurring graduated fixed penalties with a range of services and products specifically designed for passenger transport operators. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:36:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/know-your-artic-from-your-elbow-and-stay-vital Students returning to universities across the country are being encouraged to know their artic from their elbow as part of a new campaign to improve road safety. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:45:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-announces-link-up-to-protect-against-truck-theft The Freight Transport Association is to join forces with online truckers' community TruckersWorld to prevent and protect against truck theft. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:59:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/government-must-build-uk-economy-says-fta FTA has called on politicians not to shy away from infrastructure investment because of the recession. Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:51:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-calls-for-carbon-incentives-for-severn-toll Reward carbon-cutting hauliers with cheaper tolls: that's the win-win scenario being presented by the Freight Transport Association (FTA) in Cardiff today (9 September 2009). Wed, 9 Sep 2009 10:56:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-urges-chancellor-for-eleventh-hourfuel-duty-reprieve Leading trade body the Freight Transport Association (FTA) is urging the Chancellor of the Exchequer to give the UK logistics sector an eleventh-hour reprieve and abandon tomorrow's two pence per litre fuel duty increase. Tue, 1 Sep 2009 14:48:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-benefits-businesses-with-massive-reduction-in-parking-fines Businesses in the capital could save millions of pounds thanks to an initiative spearheaded by the Freight Transport Association (FTA) to reduce the number of parking fines or Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) given to commercial vehicles. Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:21:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/unsafe-foreign-trucks-giving-logistics-sector-a-bad-name Unsafe overseas-registered trucks operated by over-tired drivers are giving the whole logistics sector a bad name, according to the Freight Transport Association (FTA). Mon, 24 Aug 2009 12:02:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/freight-industry-fears-post-recession-skills-shortag Members of the Freight Transport Association have expressed fears of a looming skills shortage in the industry once the UK begins to climb out of recession. Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:41:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-delighted-with-dualling-of-a The Freight Transport Association is delighted with the confirmation that a substantial section of the A8 in Northern Ireland will be increased from single to dual carriageway capacity, improving road safety, delivery times and overall infrastructure. Wed, 5 Aug 2009 13:19:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-fleet-engineer-seminars-200 During the autumn FTA will be running two Fleet Engineer seminars aimed specifically at individuals with responsibility for specifying vehicles, ensuring roadworthiness compliance and maintaining vehicles so that downtime is minimised. Mon, 3 Aug 2009 12:42:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-transport-manager-seminars-invaluable-advice-amazing-priz The Freight Transport Association will be running 12 Transport Manager seminars across the UK from the autumn. Mon, 3 Aug 2009 12:27:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-calls-for-rethink-on-severn-bridge-tolls The time has come for the Government to rethink tolls on the Severn Bridge, according to the Freight Transport Association (FTA). Fri, 31 Jul 2009 16:50:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-mourns-passing-of-former-director-general-hugh-featherstone-cb Freight Transport Association is sad to announce the death of Hugh Featherstone, its former Director General, at the age of 83. Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:32:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-applauds-select-committees-common-sense-approac The Freight Transport Association has today commended the House of Commons Transport Select Committee for its common sense approach to road strategy, and in particular road pricing. Fri, 24 Jul 2009 09:28:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-calls-for-common-sense-debate-on-rail-freigh Common sense should take precedence in decisions on where to site rail freight interchanges and terminals. Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:05:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-dismayed-as-welsh-assembly-abandons-essential-road-building The Freight Transport Association has expressed its utter dismay as plans to make much needed improvements to new road building in Wales have been shelved, including the M4 relief road. Thu, 16 Jul 2009 11:23:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-welcomes-simpsons-appointment-as-tran-chair Leading trade body the Freight Transport Association (FTA) welcomed news that Labour MEP Brian Simpson has been appointed as the Chair of the European Parliament's Transport and Tourism (TRAN) Committee. Thu, 16 Jul 2009 09:11:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-ready-to-lead-carbon-cutting-agend Logistics is once again at the forefront of carbon-cutting measures, following today's launch of the Department for Transport's (DfT) new Low Carbon Supply Chain Steering Group. Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:04:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/hange-the-highway-code-to-help-save-lives-and-reduce-injuries-says-fta Accidents and near-misses could be avoided if road users were more aware of their rights and responsibilities, particularly around lorries. Tue, 14 Jul 2009 12:36:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/ftas-rail-freight-council-endorses-government-strateg FTA's Rail Freight Council has endorsed the Government's vision for the future of rail freight as set out in the Department for Transport's publication 'Strategic Freight Network: Long Term Vision'. Tue, 14 Jul 2009 10:27:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/third-runway-is-environmentally-efficient-optio The Freight Transport Association has welcomed findings from the House of Commons Transport Select Committee that a third runway at Heathrow would reduce wasted fuel emissions from 'stacking' - where planes wait mid-air for landing space. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 13:51:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-and-iveco-helping-to-relieve-industrys-headache The transport industry is facing fundamental changes to the way vehicle testing is delivered and how transport legislation is enforced at the roadside Fri, 10 Jul 2009 13:51:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-supports-anglo-french-commitment-to-border-control The Freight Transport Association (FTA) welcomes news that the UK and France have pledged to work together to combat illegal immigration into the UK. Tue, 7 Jul 2009 13:44:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/transport-cuts-short-sighted-and-damaging-says-ft FTA has warned that spending cuts on major transport projects, owing to a massive public investment shortfall, will not only damage the UK's road and rail infrastructure, but will severely jeopardise Britain's economic future. Thu, 2 Jul 2009 11:11:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-welcomes-eu-co-modality-plan Freight Transport Association (FTA) has welcomed the EU Commission's The Future of European Transport Policy document as potentially good news for all modes of commercial transport in Europe. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:45:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/increased-light-dues-will-impose-a-heavy-burden The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has criticised the increases to light dues announced by the government this week. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 09:09:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/new-fta-guide-keeps-international-operators-complian The Freight Transport Association's latest International Road Transport Guide, published annually, provides essential information for UK-based operators about the countries of the EU, and those outside it that are most frequently visited by them. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 09:07:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-responds-to-new-ministerial-announcement The Freight Transport Association today welcomed the appointment of Sadiq Khan as Minister of State and Chris Mole as Parliamentary Under Secretary, within the Department for Transport. Tue, 9 Jun 2009 13:25:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-urges-caution-over-shipping-emissions-repor The Freight Transport Association has welcomed the Environmental Audit Committee's report on carbon emissions from shipping and its promotion of a more robust methodology to determine the UK's share of international shipping emissions. Fri, 5 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/third-transport-secretary-in-year-could-unsettle-freight Leading trade body the Freight Transport Association (FTA) today welcomed the appointment of Lord Adonis as the Secretary of State for Transport, but warned that continuing political turmoil could weaken government focus on transport issues yet further. Fri, 5 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-anticipates-improved-road-safety-as-vosa-roadside-checks-go-live From today (28 May) Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) examiners are expected to begin issuing fixed penalties to drivers for infringements detected during roadside enforcement checks. Thu, 28 May 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/truckstops-too-few-and-too-poor-say-fta-members The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has revealed a wholesale dissatisfaction with the standard and scale of truck stop provision in the UK among its members. Thu, 28 May 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-goes-global-with-joint-seminar-for-shippers-in-canada Leading trade association, the Freight Transport Association (FTA), today shared its expertise on a global scale when it joined the Canadian Industrial Transport Association (CITA) in Toronto for their inaugural joint seminar for shippers. Tue, 26 May 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/raising-transport-compliance-standards-amongst-non-vocational-driver The Freight Transport Association's Essential Services Working Group and Utilities Transport Association will be coming together to hold their annual sector conference in June. Thu, 21 May 2009 14:33:37 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/new-dvd-helps-drivers-with-crucial-lorry-check All fleet operators should have a system in place for the maintenance and inspection of their vehicles, and a crucial part of this includes drivers carrying out a routine walk-around check every time they take over a vehicle. Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-conference-helps-operators-cut-carbon-and-cost Reducing carbon dioxide emissions from transport operations not only improves a company's environmental performance but also makes business sense in terms of improved efficiency. Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/logistics-buying-support-from-ftas-new-specialist-servic Logistics procurement will be made simpler and more effective with the Freight Transport Association's new Logistics Buyer Information Service. Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/iveco-throws-weight-behind-fta-transport-manager-2009-seminar Truck manufacturer Iveco has joined forces with the Freight Transport Association for its annual Transport Manager seminars, providing businesses with a competitive edge in tough conditions. Mon, 18 May 2009 12:24:47 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/night-time-is-right-time-for-deliveries-say-fta-and-na The Freight Transport Association and UK charity the Noise Abatement Society (NAS) have teamed up to make night-time deliveries easier while minimising the impact of noise and air quality on local residents. Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-helps-shape-future-of-aviation FTA helps shape future of aviation. The Freight Transport Association (FTA) addressed the House of Commons' Transport Committee evidence session on the future of aviation, yesterday. Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/need-for-more-clarity-as-fta-compliance-event-sold-ou The Freight Transport Association leads the way in providing compliance guidance on the latest enforcement and roadworthiness issues. Tue, 12 May 2009 12:42:52 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/cycle-safety-awareness-is-a-two-way-streeet-says-fta Road safety awareness needs to improve before the trend that has seen fatalities and accidents among cyclists rise in recent years can be reversed, says the Freight Transport Association. Fri, 8 May 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/drop-in-hgv-traffic-highlights-need-for-urgent-actio The Freight Transport Association has urged the Government to look at its own figures - showing that heavy goods vehicle traffic dropped significantly in the last year - and scrap the fuel duty hike it has planned for September. Thu, 7 May 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/ftas-towing-trailers-dvd-keeps-vans-safe-and-lega The Freight Transport Association's latest instructional 2-disk DVD will give van and light goods vehicle drivers and their managers essential guidance to keep them safe and on the right side of the law when towing. Tue, 5 May 2009 13:45:10 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-guide-puts-spotlight-on-bulk-rail-freigh Performance management is essential for bulk rail shippers and a new guide by the Freight Transport Association will advise shippers how to optimise their use of bulk rail freight. Wed, 29 Apr 2009 13:30:13 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-accuses-darling-of-turning-dracula Today's decision to increase fuel duty from September could be the death knell for parts of the logistics sector, according to the Freight Transport Association (FTA), leading to business closures and widespread job losses. Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/last-years-job-losses-could-be-eclipsed-in-2009-thanks-to-government-policy-says-ft Government indifference to the logistics sector is exacerbating the impact of the recession. Mon, 20 Apr 2009 10:55:23 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/lorry-ban-a-waste-of-time-says-fta Lorry ban a waste of time, says FTA A Lorry Management Zone (LMZ) in the Cotswolds will not bring any discernible benefit to local residents and will only result in greater inconvenience and higher costs for lorry operators, says leading trade body FTA Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/new-customs-and-security-regulation-on-sippers-horizon Traders can get well acquainted with the glut of customs and security regulation coming their way with a new Freight Transport Association guide, The Customs and Security Environment for UK International Traders. Thu, 2 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fuel-duty-rise-will-push-businesses-over-the-edge Today's increase in fuel duty - the second in just five months - will push many businesses already struggling with the economic downturn over the edge, according to FTA. Wed, 1 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/changes-to-vosa-roadside-enforcement-welcomed-by-ft FTA welcomes the introduction of legislation that means police and VOSA enforcement officers will be able to issue fixed penalty notices to drivers, regardless of nationality, at the roadside in respect of drivers' hours and overloading offences. Wed, 1 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/eu-road-transport-package-on-right-track-says-ft Soon-to-be agreed European regulations have brought safer roads and fairer European competition closer, says the Freight Transport Association. Wed, 1 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-at-the-federation-of-petroleum-supplier The Freight Transport Association is exhibiting at the Federation of Petroleum Suppliers on 1 and 2 April. Mon, 30 Mar 2009 12:27:06 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/petrolprices-com-joins-ftas-fuel-duty-crusade PetrolPrices.com has lent its support to a campaign the Freight Transport Association is hoping will bring a halt to the rise in fuel duty anticipated next week and create some breathing space for struggling companies in the beleaguered transport industry Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/dft-fee-increases-another-nail-in-transports-coffi Companies in the transport sector face another nail in the coffin with the inflation-busting fee hikes announced today by the Department for Transport's executive agencies. Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/transport-sector-jobs-at-risk-thanks-to-fee-and-duty-hike Transport sector jobs could be at risk if plans to increase fuel duty and Government agency fees go through: that's the verdict of the Freight Transport Association as it launches a new postcard campaign. Wed, 18 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/oades-announced-as-new-fta-presiden Former Christian Salvesen CEO Stewart Oades is to be the new president of the Freight Transport Association. Fri, 13 Mar 2009 13:09:08 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-welcomes-completion-of-major-england-and-wales-gatewa The completion of a 61 million pound scheme to improve a notoriously congested road linking England to north Wales has been warmly welcomed by the Freight Transport Association. Fri, 6 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/get-on-track-for-better-freight-movement-with-ftas-impartial-rail-guide More than ever rail freight is affording companies the potential to reduce costs and improve both reliability and environmental performance. Thu, 5 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-takes-fuel-duty-fight-to-government-in-waiting As frustration mounts at the lack of action by the Treasury, the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has taken its fight over fuel duty to the government-in-waiting. Tue, 3 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/decision-to-defer-mottram-bypass-bemuses-fta At a time when many areas of the country are putting forward an anti-lorry agenda, FTA has today (2 March) expressed its bemusement at the North West Leaders' Forum's decision to defer construction of the much-needed Mottram Tintwhistle bypass. Mon, 2 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-seminar-to-tackle-future-of-lorry-friendly-sat-nav The Freight Transport Association will be tackling the thorny issue of sat-navs, among other industry-related subjects, at its upcoming Urban Logistics Conference on 17 March. Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-questions-libdem-mixed-message The Freight Transport Association (FTA) today questioned the Liberal Democrats' mixed messages on infrastructure investment. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 11:19:30 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/cbi-assessment-of-transport-failings-on-the-right-track-says-ft FTA has concurred with the assessment of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) that poor capacity and reliability on the UK road network is harming Britain's economic health. Wed, 18 Feb 2009 13:55:35 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-acheves-results-for-an-overlooked-transport-group The Freight Transport Association has been instrumental in influencing the EU to allow the use of digital tachograph adaptors. Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/libdems-anti-road-plans-leave-a-massive-pothole-in-britains-road Leading industry body the Freight Transport Association has labelled the Liberal Democrats' recent pledge to cut almost 1 billion pounds from the government's road budget as 'dangerous and naive'. Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/conservatives-use-of-f-word-a-start-says-ft The Freight Transport Association (FTA) today welcomed the Conservatives' commitment to rail freight, but questioned the lack of detailed policy. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-demands-assurances-that-66m-detrunking-fund-will-not-punish-lorries The Freight Transport Association has urged caution following yesterday's Department for Transport (DfT) announcement that £66 million will be provided to local authorities to maintain their detrunked roads. Mon, 9 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-transport-manager-seminars-200 The Freight Transport Association's annual series of Transport Manager seminars will take place at twelve locations across the UK between 16 September and 2 December 2009. Fri, 6 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/rail-freight-renaissance-still-on-track-thanks-to-investment-programme-settlement Today's announcement that Britain's rail infrastructure will see £28.5 billion invested over the next five years following financial settlement between the Office of Rail Regulation (ORR) and Network Rail, has been warmly welcomed by FTA. Thu, 5 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/low-emission-zone-u-turn-victory-for-logistics-and-small-business Monday's announcement that phase three of London's Low Emission Zone (LEZ) would be suspended just two days before the controversial emission-reducing scheme's first birthday has been welcomed by leading industry body the Freight Transport Association. Wed, 4 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-high-hopes-for-improvements-to-notorious-catthorpe-interchange The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has welcomed yesterday's announcement that the Government will improve the key M1 Catthorpe Interchange, near Rugby, as part of its £6 billion package of investment in the strategic roads network. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/heathrows-third-runway-planning-permission-a-big-question-mark The decision to go ahead with a third runway for Heathrow Airport could be jeopardised as planning permission will not be obtained before the next general election, warns leading industry body the Freight Transport Association (FTA). Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/no-to-third-heathrow-ruhnway-is-a-no-to-uk-prosperity If Heathrow Airport fails to get approval for a third runway it will put the UK at a real commercial disadvantage, warns leading industry body the Freight Transport Association (FTA). Mon, 12 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/stay-on-the-right-side-of-the-law-with-new-books-from-ft FTA has published new editions for 2009 of its two highly respected publications, the Yearbook of Road Transport Law and the Drivers' Handbook. Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-welcomes-dft-freight-policy-documen The Department for Transport's new policy document 'Delivering a sustainable transport system: the logistics perspective' has been warmly welcomed by FTA. Tue, 16 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/no-vote-is-bad-news-for-reliable-deliveries-in-mancheste More reliable cross-town commercial deliveries engendered by peak time traffic control in Manchester will not be possible following the scrapping of proposals to introduce the congestion charge. Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-welcomes-transport-scotlands-strategic-transport-projects-revie Transport Scotland's Strategic Transport Projects Review (STPR), was welcomed by the FTA when it was unveiled this afternoon. Wed, 10 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-welcomes-north-london-line-rail-freight-investment News that a £54m injection into London's rail network is set to go ahead in full - having previously been cut back - has been welcomed with enthusiasm by FTA. Wed, 3 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/tax-double-whammy-hits-uk-logistics-industry-with-500m-bill The Chancellor's tax double whammy could land the logistics industry with a bill of more than £500 million, according to figures from the Freight Transport Association (FTA). Sun, 30 Nov 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-welcomes-government-rethink-on-aviation-duty---treasury-responds-sensibly-to-industry-concerns The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has greeted the Government's abandonment of its 'per-plane' aviation tax with a sigh of relief. Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/chancellor-is-hanging-the-logistic-industry-out-to-dry-says-fta Leading trade body the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has condemned the Chancellor's move to increase fuel duty to offset cuts in VAT. Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-scores-dangerous-goods-driver-trainin-win Training for lorry and van drivers engaged in dangerous goods transportation will continue to be flexible, thanks to an agreement won by the Freight Transport Association (FTA). Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/orrs-final-determination-presents-potential-mixed-news-for-rail-freight FTA says that the announcement on 30 October by the Office of Rail Regulation (ORR) of its final determination of Network Rail's outputs and funding for 2009-14 presents the potential of mixed news for the freight industry. Wed, 5 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/trafford-park-own-goal-temporarily-averted FTA has given a cautious welcome to the Association of Greater Manchester Authorities' decision to delay congestion charging proposals for commercial vehicles to allow time for greater evaluation of the impact of the proposed scheme. Tue, 4 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/euro-bus-expo-2008---visit-fta-on-stand-b14-hall-5 FTA will be amongst exhibitors from every corner of Europe's bus and coach industry at Euro Bus Expo 2008, which takes place at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham from 4-6 November. Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/tfl-inaction-turning-lorries-into-scapegoats-and-putting-cyclists-at-ris A lack of action on the part of Transport for London (TfL) is putting the lives of cyclists and other road users at risk. Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/transport-taxes-are-no-quick-fix-says-ft A leading business organisation has expressed its concern that the Chancellor may look to the logistics sector to refill depleted Government coffers. Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/congestion-charge-could-damage-regions-economic-future-sayss-fta The Association of Greater Manchester Authorities' proposals for a congestion charge system could damage the economic future of Greater Manchester: that's the message from the Freight Transport Association in its submission to the consultation. Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-port-logistics-conference-200 Everyone who's anyone in the ports sector will be at the Freight Transport Association's 2008 Port Logistics Conference, to be held on Tuesday 11 November. Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-looks-to-hoon-for-leadershi The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has today offered its congratulations - and its advice - to the newly appointed Transport Secretary, Geoff Hoon. Fri, 3 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/diesel-prices---transport-industry-calls-for-suppor The Freight Transport Association says that bulk diesel prices are not falling in line with the current dramatic reduction in the world price of oil. Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/transport-links-critical-in-development-of-ni-econom The Freight Transport Association has welcomed the remarks made by the Northern Ireland Assembly Transport Minister Conor Murphy, contained in his speech at the recent Scottish Transport Conference in Glasgow. Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/catthorpe-interchange---fta-support-for-all-movements-optio In response to the Highways Agency consultation on improvements to the Catthorpe Interchange near Rugby, where the M1, M6 and A14 meet, FTA says that the most appropriate proposal is provided by the Blue Junction and Green Local Road Network plan. Wed, 17 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/road-pricing-schemes---fta-guid The Freight Transport Association has published a complete guide to the eleven potential road pricing schemes which have been promoted by the Department for Transport and financed by the Transport Innovation Fund (TIF). Thu, 11 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/new-head-of-research-for-ft The Freight Transport Association has appointed Dr Sharon Ryan as Head of Research at its headquarters in Tunbridge Wells. Tue, 9 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/new-manager-for-fta-warehouse-and-mechanical-handling-service The Freight Transport Association has named Peter Gibbs as the new Business Operations Manager for its Mechanical Handling Equipment and Warehousing Service. Tue, 9 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/parking-fines-to-deliver-to-london---600-million-per-year With the cost of Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) for commercial operators having topped £600 million a year, the Freight Transport Association has challenged traffic authorities to sort out 'Critical Delivery Zones'. Wed, 3 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-fuel-tanker-semina The Freight Transport Association's biennial Fuel Tanker Seminar will be held on 30 September at the Park Royal Hotel, Warrington. Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-fleet-engineer-seminar-200 The 2008 Fleet Engineer Seminar from the Freight Transport Association will cover forthcoming legislation changes which will affect the specification, maintenance and testing regime of a commercial vehicle fleet. Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/cotswolds-lorry-ban---unworkable-unenforceable-and-unwelcome-says-ft FTA has warned Gloucestershire County Council that its proposals for a Lorry Management Zone in the Cotswolds, designed to restrict the operation of commercial vehicles above 7.5 tonnes, fails to produce any benefits and should not be introduced. Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/mirrors-for-heavy-lorries---fta-compliance-guid The European Union has introduced regulations designed to increase lorry safety by improving the standards of drivers' mirrors. Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fuel-duty-for-commercial-vehicles---the-fact Despite the welcome fall in the world price of oil, and thus diesel, the UK transport industry remains at a major competitive disadvantage compared with its European rivals due to the excessively high rate of duty imposed upon it by the UK Government. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/differential-parking-charges---a-hundred-million-reasons-why-no FTA says that with Differential Parking Charges now firmly in place it is clear that there have been winners and losers. Private motorists have got a fair deal but commercial operators have not - their costs are up by a cool £100 million! Tue, 19 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/rail-freight-to-double-by-2030---increased-rail-capacity-essential-for-uk-economy New forecasts of demand for rail freight to 2015 and 2030 are published by the Rail Freight Group and Freight Transport Association today (14 August). Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/industry-welcome-for-52m-road-improvement-plan FTA's Northern Ireland office has welcomed the announcement by Regional Development Minister, Conor Murphy, MLA of the preferred route for the creation of a new dual carriageway on the A26 between Ballymena and Ballymoney. Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/shopfta-new-product-ranges The Freight Transport Association's Shopfta 2008 catalogue is now available, containing over 150 new products and completely new product ranges. Thu, 7 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/goods-vehicle-operator-licensing-in-northern-ireland-from-2011---fta-helps-operators-prepare Changes to Goods Vehicle Operator Licensing are planned to be introduced in Northern Ireland from April 2011, requiring a step change by all operators of goods vehicles exceeding 3.5 tonnes in compliance practices linked to vehicle roadworthiness. Tue, 5 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/move-to-night-time-engineering-disruptions-could-hurt-rail-freight The Freight Transport Association has told the Office of Rail Regulation (ORR) that it must ensure the needs of rail freight are not disadvantaged in Network Railâ??s plans to alter the way it carries out engineering works. Tue, 5 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/overweight-over-hours-and-over-here---uk-transport-industry-welcomes-action-of-failing-foreign-lorries The Freight Transport Association has welcomed today's announcement (Thursday 24 July) of new powers for the Vehicle Operator and Services Agency (VOSA) to issue roadside fixed penalty notices against foreign lorry operators for a range of offences. Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/north-somerset-council-a368-scheme-badly-flawed-says-transport-industry The Freight Transport Association says that North Somerset Council's proposals to introduce an experimental weight restriction scheme for goods vehicles travelling on the A368, together with a permit scheme for 'local' traffic, are badly flawed. Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/foreign-lorries---commons-committee-recognises-unfair-competition The Freight Transport Association has welcomed the acknowledgement by the House of Commons Transport Select Committee that the UK road transport industry faces unfair competition from continental haulage. Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:53:59 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/diesel-duty---further-cuts-now-needed-says-fta FTA says that the Chancellor's welcome decision to scrap the proposed 2p per litre rise in fuel duty from October must be only the first step in a major review of commercial vehicle taxation. The move will save UK industry £280 million per year. Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-board-2008-09 The Freight Transport Association has announced the membership of the FTA Board for 2008/09. The Board supervises the management of FTA's business through Chief Executive Theo de Pencier, who reports directly to the Board. Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-transport-manager-seminars-2008 The Freight Transport Association's annual series of Transport Manager seminars will take place at twelve locations across the UK between 17 September and 4 December. Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/safe-loading-of-vans-and-light-goods-vehicles-dvd-from-fta The safe loading of vans and light goods vehicles is fundamental in ensuring compliance with operator licensing regulations, transport legislation and importantly the safety of drivers and other road users. Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/business-and-motoring-leaders-say-government-must-scrap-fuel-duty-increases The Government must recognise and acknowledge the terrible impact on UK industry and motorists of rapidly increasing oil prices and quickly engage with industry and road user representatives to identify means of relieving the problems. Thu, 3 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/first-welsh-freight-conference---cardiff-9-july Ieuan Wyn Jones, the Deputy First Minister and Minister for the Economy and Transport at the Welsh Assembly Government, will be the keynote speaker at the first Welsh Freight Conference, to be held at the Hilton Hotel, Cardiff on Wednesday 9 July. Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/chancellor-must-scrap-diesel-duty-increases FTA says that with the price of oil rising to a new record high, it is essential that the Government announces that it is to scrap the proposed 2ppl increase in diesel duty planned for October, together with similar increases planned for 2009 and 2010. Tue, 1 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/the-role-of-air-freight The Freight Transport Association has produced a new publication explaining the role of air freight aimed at public policy audiences. Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/high-fuel-costs-are-strangling-british-industry As part of its campaign to persuade the Government to reduce the enormous burden of fuel duty on diesel for UK industry, the Freight Transport Association is making available posters and stickers for use in offices and on vehicles. Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/dartford-crossing---scrap-tolls-says-fta The Freight Transport Association is dismayed at the decision to give discounts to residents using the Dartford Crossing while increasing charges for everyone else, including local businesses. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/cabotage---good-news-from-luxembourg---but-fight-not-over-yet The Freight Transport Association has given a cautious welcome to the agreement reached at the EU Council of Transport Ministers last Friday (13 June) which proposes to allow member states to protect the interests of their domestic transport industry. Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-international-road-transport-guide-2008 The Freight Transport Association has published the 2008 edition of its International Road Transport Guide, the comprehensive guide to the operation of goods vehicles in over 50 countries throughout Europe and the Middle East. Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/foreign-lorries-to-storm-uk On Friday (13 June) the Council of EU Transport Ministers, meeting in Luxembourg, will discuss the European Parliament proposals to liberalise the movement of lorries operating in the national territory of another country. Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/cutting-fuel-duty-for-heavy-lorries---heres-how-from-fta FTA says that fuel duty for heavy lorries could be halved at a cost to the exchequer of around £380 million per year - a sum already exceeded by increased VAT and North Sea oil revenues to the Government as a consequence of higher world oil prices. Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-welcomes-orrs-plans-for-reduced-costs-on-the-railways The Freight Transport Association has today welcomed the publication of the Office of Rail Regulation's draft determination on Network Rail's business plan for the years 2009 to 2014. Thu, 5 Jun 2008 11:58:46 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fuel-duty---snp-amendment-would-help---but-more-needed Andrew Haines, the President of the Freight Transport Association, told a meeting of Scottish MPs this evening (Wednesday 4 June) that the SNP amendment to the Finance Bill would be very welcome and helpful and that FTA supported such a measure. Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-launches-international-supply-chain-forum The Freight Transport Association is creating a new policy forum to address the UK's international supply chain. Tue, 3 Jun 2008 17:00:04 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/longer-heavier-lorry-decision---lost-opportunity-for-carbon-savings FTA says that a major opportunity to achieve important carbon savings in the road freight sector has been lost by the Secretary of State for Transport's decision not to allow trials for longer and heavier vehicles on British roads. Tue, 3 Jun 2008 15:02:15 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fta-slashes-5-million-from-operators-pcn-bill The Freight Transport Association has led the way on recent changes to kerbside loading limits that have seen Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) for some operators fall by 75 per cent. Fri, 30 May 2008 11:00:00 +0100 http://www.fta.co.uk/news/item/fuel-duty---2p-increase-now-unthinkable---25p-cut-required The Freight Transport Association says that the imposition of the Chancellor's proposed duty increase on diesel of 2p per litre, planned for October, is unthinkable. Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100