Company & Industry News
Catch up on our latest company news, or read our take on the latest developments in the transport industry.
Your one stop shop!
Here at Transport 29, we can source whatever vehicle you require. Whether you need something as small as a short wheelbase van, up to articulated lorries – we’ve got you covered!
France Trials Increased MAM on Road
France has raised the MAM for combined transport to 46 tonnes for an 18 month trial period.
Car Drivers Driving Vehicles up to 7.5t
Following the nationwide shortage for HGV and LGV drivers, the Department for Transport has issued a statement which suggests in the near future, car drivers may be allowed to drive vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes
T29 Business Update
With August approaching, we have exciting news to share! Business is booming and demand is increasing each month, therefore we are taking on more staff to enable us to maintain a high level of customer support.
Haulage You Can Trust
With fuel prices rising, and many hauliers charging fuel surcharges, T29 remain clear that the price we quote, is the price you pay.
Commercial Vehicles Highest-Ever Proportion of UK Roads
Commercial vehicles currently hold the highest-proportion of UK roads in history, read the full breakdown here.
An Autonomous Future for Transport
Yesterday was a landmark day for the logistics sector, all over the United Kingdom, as the UK Government's £40m innovation fund was unveiled. The funding is set to kick-start self-driving services in the commercial sector, such as delivery vehicles and passenger shuttles, which the Government aims to help bring together companies and investors so that sustainable business models to be rolled out nationally and exported globally.
Van Driving & Mental Health
15% of the UK’s van drivers could quit the industry by the end of 2022, we’ve been finding out why that is
Rising Fuel Prices
The rising cost of fuel has long been documented in the press, but what are the causes and effects?
Van Driver of the Year Awards 2022
This year will see the awards hosted for the first year at the ITT hub, a free-to-attend, industry lead conference & exhibition showcasing the latest & greatest developments in transport innovation and technology, held at the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre.
Pallet Collection & Delivery
Do you need pallet deliveries? Perhaps pallet collections? Transport 29 can help! Many businesses rely on a regular supply of pallets to be able to distribute their goods. As a local courier service, offering same day pick up and same day delivery, we can collect and deliver pallets for you today.
Sustainable Haulage
We understand that while offering a nationwide courier service, we have a responsibility to reduce our carbon footprint as much as possible, and we aim to be a carbon-neutral haulier in years to come
Total Transport Management
We offer a bespoke, total transport management service to fit your business needs. But what does that mean?
New Government Changes May 2022
New regulation changes coming this year, affecting transport companies from 21st May 2022.
We’re Famous
This week, we’ve been featured in the local newspaper, the ‘Whitchurch Herald’
New Signwriting
We’re proud to be showing you a first look at the new branding on our fleet of flatbed & curtainside vans.
First Day of Trading
Today is a landmark day for the team, our first day of trading at Transport 29!