With one in five tyres in the world being a Bridgestone product the company has a brand reputation synonymous with quality technology and global reach.

A world leader in car and motorbike tyre production, Bridgestone is approved as original equipment (OE) supplier to most of Europe’s truck and bus manufacturers including DAF, IVECO, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Volvo and Scania.

European coverage has quadrupled since 1994 because of Bridgestone’s global credentials and its reputation as a reliable supplier to the competitive commercial vehicle market. This was further enhanced with the launch of Truck Point, a network made up of independent truck tyre dealers able to guarantee the high level of service that commercial fleets demand, as well as 24-our breakdown cover via Service Europe and a wide range of quality services covering all types of operation.

BRS's added value products and services together with their truck rental, contract hire, driver and fleet management services aims to provide you with a complete range of end-to-end, tailored transport solutions.
Whether you need a truck or equipment for a day or five years their flexible range of products, all backed by their total commitment promise, will meet your organisation's needs.
To find out more about BRS's offering, and how they can add value for you, please explore their web site at www.brs.co.uk , or talk to them on 08705 325 325.

CEVA. Making Business Flow

CEVA Logistics supply chain management is recognised by its customers for making their business flow through our commitment to their success. CEVA focuses on a diverse range of market sectors including automotive & tyres, technology, industrial, retail & consumer, health care, publishing, aerospace and oil & gas. They offer their customers increased efficiency and reduced transit times, thanks to their ongoing focus on operations excellence and the visibility and control that they create in supply chains. As a leading global logistics company, they provide end-to-end design, implementation and operation of logistics solutions in contract logistics, freight forwarding, distribution management and transportation management for large and medium-sized national and multinational companies.

CEVA combines the heritage of two great companies, TNT Logistics and EGL, which merged in August 2007. Ceva employ more than 52,000 people and operate an extensive global network with facilities in over 100 countries worldwide. They operate 614 warehouses around the globe summing a combined space of approximately 8.6 million square metres. For fiscal year 2006, CEVA reported combined pro forma sales of € 6 billion. CEVA is an Apollo portfolio company.  Apollo is one of the leading private equity investors in the world. CEVA’s CEO is John Pattullo.

In the UK CEVA Logistics employs 7,500 people, operates 3,300 vehicles/trailers, and occupies 124 warehouses totalling 800,000 square metres.  We provide a dedicated supply chain operation for a wide range of customers and have particular expertise in aerospace and defence, high-tech electronics, industrial, healthcare and home delivery.

For more information please visit the CEVA web site at www.cevalogistics.com or contact Rob McWhirter, Managing Director, Business Development directly on 01530 568701. 

MAN goes to the Motor Transport Awards with a record-breaking seventh International Truck of the Year award - this one, for 2008, for its TGS / TGX range.

The award topped a terrific year which was highlighted by the launch of these eagerly anticipated trucks that raise the bar for style, performance and comfort. Most important for operators, TGS and TGX offer the tried and tested EGR ‘Add Nothing’ engine technology. No AdBlue, no added costs and complexities – just a no-fuss way to run trucks.

Yet it is in Aftersales where MAN is making perhaps its great strides. The MAN UpTime Principle – a company-wide ‘working culture’ to keep customers’ trucks on the road and running profitably – has established new levels in all key areas of vehicle support, smashing established UK industry standards on the way. There is nothing more important to MAN than taking care of its operators. They remain MAN’s number one priority.
 

Thomas Hardie Commercials Ltd is the North West distributor for Volvo Truck, Bus and Coach and LDV Van, mini bus and chassis cab. Founded in 1985 they are totally committed to providing their customers with a total transport solution for their trucking and light commercial vehicle needs. 
 
Thomas Hardie Commercials Ltd operate 7 dealer points located at Trafford Park, Preston, Stockport, Wigan, Liverpool, Deeside and Middlewich. They also operate Thomas Hardie Engineering, Specialist Providers of all Body and Paint Solutions at Chorley, The Academy of Driver Training and Development at Wigan, Thomas Hardie Used Vehicle Sales at Middlewich and Thomas Hardie Marketing Solutions specialists in creative and web design for any customer operating within the transport industry.

Thomas Hardie pride themselves on providing excellent levels of service first time every time. Their commitment to their staff, their training and well being is at the forefront of their business and this is demonstrated in the high levels of workmanship provided and low staff turnover.

For more details on any of their services please log onto one of their websites at:
www.thomas-hardie.co.uk; www.thdrivingacademy.co.uk; www.thms.co.uk

Ventura Network Distribution is trusted by their clients to make over 3,000 store deliveries and 9,000 Two-Man deliveries on their behalf every week, throughout the UK and Ireland.
Operating from eight state of the art distribution depots, Ventura Network Distribution can provide comprehensive retail and two man distribution solutions engineered to meet client’s specific requirements.
Their operation will support you at all stages, and includes automated and conventional picking, 24/7 replenishment of boxed, palletised or hanging goods, pre-retailing services and packaging removal with environmentally friendly disposal.
To find out more about the advantages and savings their service can provide, visit them at: www.venturadistribution.co.uk

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles.  Aiming to meet the needs of businesses, whatever they are, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has been developing award winning commercial vehicles to suit a wide variety of business needs for over 50 years.

The brand has successfully risen to be number 3 in the new Light Commercial Vehicle market having achieved record sales growth over the last 6 years with an enviable heritage and reputation for quality, reliability and competitive running costs. 

Range Choice is a significant factor in Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ success. The Volkswagen Caddy, Transporter and Crafter provide a range of products to suit every customer’s business needs with the back-up of a unique nationwide network of dedicated Volkswagen Van Centres.

By offering different options in wheelbase and roof heights; a range of powerful and fuel-efficient diesel engines; panel and window vans; chassis and double cabs - finding exactly the right vehicle is made easy, regardless of the business or industry in which it will operate.

At the forefront of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles offer is a nation-wide network of dedicated Van Centres. There are now over 70 countrywide where you will find specialist staff who are trained to help business customers get the best solution for their requirements, whether they run one van or a large fleet. Each has a range of demonstration vehicles, dedicated workshop facilities and extensive parts stocks with daily deliveries.

Volkswagen Commercial vehicles support packages available to Fleet Managers and small businesses alike are innumerable including finance options, whole-life costs, fixed costs maintenance, roadside assistance and van rental, to make the vans easily accessible.