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Events Diary
• 7-9 June: Engine Remanufacturing Exhibition, International Exhibition Centre, Castle Donnington Race Circuit, Derbyshire. Contact: 01424 883110. • 9 June: Institute of......
Services
BT launches satellite system • BT has introduced a satellite tracking and messaging system which is said to be suitable for small hauliers. Initial costs are reduced because......
Parcels Launch
Dedicated parcels to the Continent • North London-based STS Transport has launched a dedicated parcels service covering mainland UK and the Continent. STS is running the system......
Anglo-irish Link Goes Overnight
• Parcel carriers Mercury Speedlink has launched a joint overnight UK-Dublin service with Aer Lingus Cargo offering an overnight delivery from anywhere in the UK to the Irish......
Publications
Skills development for engineers • The Institute of Road Transport Engineers has produced a folder on continuing professional development. It is designed to give a written......
Products
Drinks holder keeps its cool • The Drinkmate can holder can be attached to a cab window to make drivers' lives easier when having a drink on the move, says manufacturer Eau......
Feeling Enlightened At The Roadside.
• The Hi-Vis Coverall is a high-visibility reflective overall designed for personnel handling roadside repairs at night has been developed. Cost £79.50. Contact: 01344 858148.......
Face Wash For Workshops
• An eye and face wash for use in workshops has been designed by safetyequipment maker Maestro. The wall mounted wash unit is said to help prevent damage to mechanics' eyes and......
Roadworks
London • A4 Chiswick: Various lane closures on Cedars Road between Sutton Court Road and M4 J1 until 23 July. A121 Loughton: Restrictions on Church Hill will cause delays until......
South East
• Surrey, M26 J6-10: Major roadworks with an extended contraflow from Godstone to Reigate will cause major peak time delays until further notice. Kent, A20 Farningham: Temporary......
South West
• Cornwall, A39 Penryn: Down to one lane on the Distributor Road for roadworks until 21 June. Bristol, M5 J17-20: Lane restrictions will be in force both ways between Bristol......