Transport companies are at a loss over complex regulations and rising fuel prices, with many claiming they do not know what to do, according to a survey commissioned by Keyfuels.

Volvo has been given a £4.5m grant by the energy authorities in Sweden for the development of a third-generation di methyl ether (DME) engine for heavy vehicles.

Commercial vehicle bodybuilder GRP Westbury, is changing its name to Trumac Group Ltd.

Suttons tanker division has bought 26 new Volvo FM-440 six by two tractor units for 44 tonne operation.

Hatsu Marine has added more post-Panamax container vessels to its fleet.

Famous Pacific Shipping has extended its network coverage in Central Europe, with the appointment of a new general agent for Austria, the Czech Republic and Hungary.

Wincanton has appointed Mark Ness development director Continental Europe to help develop its pan-European business.

Roadways Container Logistics has opened the new Birmingham Intermodal Freight Terminal (BIFT), with the arrival of the first train from Southampton.

Kuehne + Nagel UK and Scottish & Newcastle UK have completed the deal that sees the creation of KN Drinks Logistics, which is now fully operational.

TM Logistics has selected Tranman software from VT Software, to manage its fleet of 200 vehicles and 300 trailers. TM Logistics, part of Taylors of Martley, operates from 16 company and customer-owned sites nationally.