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EU postpones the introduction of the smart tachograph until June 2019

Regulation 502/2018 published in the Official Journal of the European Union on March 28, 2018, postpones the introduction of the smart digital tachograph until June 15, 2019. The notion of an intelligent tachograph was introduced, for the first time, in European legislation under Regulation (EU) No. 165/2014. This second-generation digital tachograph allows connection to Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) and early detection of…

Road transportation

Road transportation services are executed by trucking or haulage companies, either independently – working directly for the client – or through freight carriers or shipping agents. Vehicles are commonly composed of a tractor unit and an attached semi-trailer. There are usually very strict regulations on the operation of these vehicles, including transport of hazardous materials and limits on driving times in Europe (hours of service in the US). Due to the high fuel consumption of these vehicles, trucking companies pay particular attention to all factors that can influence consumption,…

Remote cargo temperature monitoring with Frotcom

Monitoring temperature during transportation is a mandatory requirement for many industries. In some countries, the legislation requires it as a standard specification item for temperature-controlled transport. Perishable cargos, including food and pharmaceuticals, are highly susceptible to temperature changes. To ensure cargo integrity, it is essential to maintain temperatures at recommended levels and avoid any sudden changes and unnecessary losses. According to FAO (The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization), roughly one-third of the food produced annually for human…

France to invest €100m in hydrogen during 2019

The French government has pledged to invest 100 million euros in developing hydrogen for use in transport and industry in 2019 making France a "world leader" in this field. The plan is to have 5,000 hydrogen-powered light commercial vehicles and 200 heavy goods vehicles such as buses, trains, and trucks in circulation by 2023, as well as 100 service stations. By 2028, the aim is to have between 400 to 1,000 refueling stations, 20,000-50,000…

Frotcom system exhibited at the “National Transport Industry Trade Show”

João Cardoso and Jorge Henriques, from Frotcom Lusitana For the second year running, Frotcom Lusitana exhibited Frotcom’s vehicle tracking and fleet management system, at the National Transport Industry Trade Show, that took place in Pombal (Portugal), from June 1st to June 3rd. Dedicated to road transport professionals this event aims to promote companies in the sector. Offering business networking in an informal…

The benefits of a mobile fleet management app

Being able to count on a tool that allows you to manage and monitor your fleet through your smartphone offers great freedom and a way of dealing with problems before they become issues.It’s not always possible to be at your desk, in front of your computer, as you manage your company’s fleet of vehicles. Unable to address an issue because you’re on the move, can mean unnecessary expense for your company, hamper the performance of your fleet and drivers, or lead to dissatisfaction among your customers.The Frotcom App for smartphones gives you access to detailed information on each vehicle in…

Multi-fleet management

If you have to manage your own fleet and also subcontracted fleets, you need to monitor all vehicles at the same time. You need to access the whereabouts and activities of all the vehicles, receive notifications when something is quite not right, or even interact with drivers through messaging, in a single system. Know exactly what you can demand of your fleet and subcontracted vehicles.

Fifteen steps for safer roads

The European Commission has proposed that 15 new advanced safety features should be fitted as standard to new cars, vans, trucks, and buses. The Commission says that the new features, allied to safer road infrastructure, could save 10,500 lives and avoid 60,000 injuries between 2020-2030. Its long-term goal, Vision Zero, is to eradicate all road deaths and serious injuries by 2050. The proposals include advanced emergency braking, lane-keeping…

Orkan Impeks reduces fuel costs by more than 15 percent with Frotcom

The road transportation company, Orkan Impeks, uses Frotcom to reduce fuel costs and improve driving behavior. Established in 1994, in Kavadarci, Republic of Macedonia, Orkan Impeks is an international transport company. It counts on a fleet of 45 trucks, all certified to the highest Euro 5 and Euro 6 standards and in possession of a variety of CEMT (Conférence Européenne des Ministres des Transports / European Conference of Transport Ministers)…