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SERVIROAD achieves the highest TAPA Certification level with a major contribution from Frotcom
The Portuguese logistics and freight transport company updated its TAPA (Transported Asset Protection Association) certification from TRS3 to TRS1 and significantly reduced its fleet costs using Frotcom features.SERVIROAD was founded in 2011 to support the expansion and growth of the Portuguese and Angolan markets.The company specializes in logistics and temperature-controlled transport of valuable goods to Europe and Angola, imports and exports, customs clearance, consulting, and support.With facilities in Portugal and Angola, and a vast network of contacts and partnerships, SERVIROAD’s team…
European Commission calls for safe and secure parking areas for trucks
The European Commission has launched a call for proposals to access €100 million of CEF funding to improve the network of safe and secure truck parking areas throughout the European Union.
Despite the good performance of the road transport sector, it faces several significant problems, including increasing challenges related to safety and security. Unattractive working conditions and inadequate safety lead to a shortage of drivers, an…
Frotcom Lusitana's CEO highlights Frotcom for its customer-centric approach
In two interviews with ‘Exame’ and ‘Marketeer’ magazines, Gonçalo Serafim explains how Frotcom's fleet management solution stands out for its focus on customers’ needs and its ability to develop new features continuously.
In interviews published in ‘Exame’ and ‘Marketeer’ magazines, Frotcom Lusitana's CEO, Gonçalo Serafim, shared some ideas on how Frotcom can help companies intelligently manage their fleets to reduce costs and increase productivity.
When asked what distinguishes Frotcom from other solutions in the sector, Gonçalo Serafim stated that "Frotcom's offer is distinguished by…
Global chip shortage is hampering truck sales worldwide
Heavy-duty vehicle manufacturers struggle to keep up with demand due to the shortages of semiconductors chips and other parts.
Worldwide vehicle production is currently suffering from a shortage of microchips, which has considerably extended delivery times for new vehicles to as much as 8-10 months in many European countries.
In North America, a report from the Wall Street Journal revealed that the production of Class 8…
How to optimize your fleet management in Latin America?
Learn how to optimize your fleet management in Latin America, considering these countries' specific needs and barriers.
Given that Latin America is a vast region with several variables to consider, you must devise the best approach for dealing with these countries' particularities to optimize your fleet management to the maximum. To achieve this is essential to evaluate other countries' success and adopt the strategies used in your country's…
European consultation on truck and bus emissions
The European Commission has revised the emission standards for heavy vehicles available to European Union (EU) citizens so that anyone can comment on them.The problem that this initiative of the European Commission (EC) wants to face, according to its spokespersons, is the following: Road transport is responsible for 21% of total Greenhouse Gas emissions in the European Union. Heavy vehicles, by themselves, generate around 6% of total Greenhouse Gas emissions. Without additional measures, the sector will not contribute to the climate targets for 2030 and 2050. According to the 2020…
A. Zorbas & Sons increased its fleet productivity and reduced fuel and maintenance costs with Frotcom
The Cypriot group improved fleet productivity, decreased costs, and can now monitor its fleet and drivers in real-time by using various Frotcom features.
A. Zorbas & Sons was established in 1975 when Mr. Andreas Zorbas decided, under demanding circumstances, to operate a small bakery in the backyard of his home in Athienou. After forty-five years, the small bakery has grown to become one of Cyprus's most trusted food production and retail…
A. Zorbas & Sons increased its fleet productivity and reduced fuel and maintenance costs with Frotcom
The Cypriot group improved fleet productivity, decreased costs, and can now monitor its fleet and drivers in real-time by using various Frotcom features.
A. Zorbas & Sons was established in 1975 when Mr. Andreas Zorbas decided, under demanding circumstances, to operate a small bakery in the backyard of his home in Athienou. After forty-five years, the small bakery has grown to become one of Cyprus's most trusted food production and…
New law requires Electric Vehicle charge points in all new offices and homes in England
A new UK legislation requires the installation of Electric Vehicle (EV) charge points in all new workplaces and homes in England from 2022 to ensure its availability to all EV drivers.
Under new legislation announced by Prime Minister Boris Johnson, employers and constructors in England will be required to install electric vehicle charge points in all new workplaces, supermarkets, and buildings under substantial renovation with more than ten…
Frotcom launches new eco-friendly features
Frotcom has recently developed new features to help fleets become more environmentally friendly, including support for electric vehicles and CO2 emission tracking.
It is possible to conclude that electric vehicles are the future as they are more cost-effective, and it is known that the mobility of combustion engine vehicles will become increasingly limited, particularly in urban areas.
For many years now, Frotcom has been concerned with…