SWISCo (SouthWest Integrated Services Company) has returned to an all-Schmidt sweeper fleet to help it meet its street cleansing and other obligations under Torbay Council’s ‘Operation Brighter Bay’ mission. Formed during the pandemic in 2020, SWISCo is a 100% Council-owned,…
One year on from taking delivery of four new PFB1500 pedestrian control load carriers from Bradshaw Electric Vehicles, the London Borough of Hackney is reaping the rewards from its deployment at its historic Ridley Road Market. Having started with around…
On 16 July 2025, representatives from more than 38 local authorities gathered at JCB World Headquarters and the JCB Quarry for the Municipal Fleet and Plant Procurement Event. This unique event promoted sustainability in fleet and plant procurement, and was…
Specialist Fleet Services (SFS) and CTS Hire have thrived in recent years despite challenging market conditions. FVI Editor Ann-Marie Knegt caught up with MD Bob Sweetland to find out how the company continues to create opportunities for its customers –…
Fleet Vision International is proud to announce the publication of its Autumn 2025 Issue 22 – packed with in-depth features, industry insights, and the latest innovations shaping the fleet, transport, and municipal sectors. This issue introduces an innovative event, Safety…
Rochdale-based Forrest Fresh Foods has taken delivery of two Volvo FH Aero 6×2 tractor units, equipped with the manufacturer’s I-Save technology to maximise fuel efficiency. Supplied by Neil Patton, Customer Solutions Manager at Thomas Hardie Commercials, the trucks replace older…
Stellantis has officially discontinued its development of hydrogen fuel cell technology and will halt the production of its hydrogen-powered Pro One vehicles. Market analysis by IDTechEx suggests that light commercial vehicles are not a strong fit for fuel cell electric…
The Summer edition of Fleet Vision International is here – and it’s packed with innovation, insight, and industry impact. Read your copy now! Editor Ann-Marie Knegt explains in this issue how she and fellow Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of…
Contract hire, fleet and workshop management company Specialist Fleet Services (SFS) will be sharing 30+ years of local authority knowledge and expertise with delegates at the forthcoming Municipal Fleet & Plant Procurement Event (MFPPE) hosted by JCB & The Procurement…
Pearce Crossley, a Field Engineer for technical facilities company Dalkia UK (Facilities), has won Lightfoot’s prestigious Fleet Driver of the Year award, sponsored by insurer Allianz, taking home £10,000 – the most money Lightfoot has ever given away to a…