Films promote safe machinery handling at waste sites

JCB has produced a series of five ‘WasteWise’ films that promote the safe and efficient operation of handling machinery at waste sites. The films are...

Commercialisation boost for AI start-up that helps EVs go further between charges

Spark EV Technology announced on 17 January that it has been chosen for the Intelligent Mobility (IM) Accelerator programme, following a highly competitive selection...

EV motors: The next big thing says new report

EV motors have lasted for over 100 years on boats and their design changed slowly. Now some last only a few years and they...

Finnish recycler invests in transformer attachment

The "exciting capabilities" of the Allu range of Transformers have seen Finnish recycling company Remeo invest in a D series attachment. The processing power...

The future of winter maintenance: what the experts say

TRL, a group specialising in innovation in transport and mobility, says it is reviewing new ways local authorities can prepare for extreme weather...

Major commercial electric vehicle project to begin in the UK in 2019

A major trial of commercial electric vehicles (EVs) has been given the green light by UK energy regulator Ofgem, bringing together leading power, technology,...

Trials completed on world’s first ultra low carbon and sulphur drop in ‘bio-fuel oil’

What is claimed to be the world’s first zero emission, ‘drop in’ Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO)-equivalent marine biofuel has successfully completed trials, according to...

Conference showcases Welsh efforts to advance low carbon vehicle agenda

Automotive giants including Aston Martin, Nissan, Renault, Peugeot and Toyota gathered at Hensol Castle in the Vale of Glamorgan on 30 November to "show...

Cryogenic pump to offer sustainable alternative to diesel engines used for refrigeration in commercial...

A key milestone has been reached in a seemingly ground-breaking environmental transport programme led by Dearman Engine Company working with venture engineering specialist Productiv,...

Industrial IoT a key force in reducing the environmental impact of transport sector, finds...

Research finds almost two-thirds of transport organisations are pursuing Industrial IoT to improve environmental footprint Improving the environmental sustainability of their operations through the adoption...

“Revolutionary” technology to help clean air quality for Londoners

What is described as a ground-breaking technology developed in the UK will be fitted to rubbish trucks in Westminster, in the bid to reduce...

Selecting a wheeled loader: Five things to look for

David Banks, JCB’s Sales Manager – Waste and Recycling Sector, offers guidance for sites seeking a wheeled loader As waste and recycling throughputs increase and...

Deal improves offering to recycling industry businesses

On 12 September Molson Green, said to be the UK’s largest distributor of capital equipment, become a dealer for Turmec, a waste management solutions...

Resource management firm to trial electric Refuse Collection Vehicles

"World first" project will recharge vehicles using green energy derived from waste they collect Resource management company Veolia is to trial innovative electric Refuse...

New ‘flow battery’ could charge electric vehicles in seconds, say researchers

A new type of energy storage system could revolutionise energy storage and drop the charging time of electric cars from hours to seconds, claim...

Showcasing materials transformation in Derbyshire

For those concerned with transforming feed materials into valuable products, the capabilities of a new range of transformers from processing technology firm ALLU were...

Mobile screening unit offers “fast and inexpensive” option

The Ultra Sep 325 Dual Separation Mobile Screening Unit Screening, dewatering and separation equipment manufacturer DBS Processing has released what it says is the firm's...

Fatberg removal firm invests in hydro cleaning combination mini unit

Eastbourne-based CountyClean Group - the firm behind the discovery and removal of a recent (celebrated?) fatberg for Thames Water - has invested in a...

Assessing the Scottish Government’s ambitions for transport electrification: Realistic or not?

Neil Bruce of Edinburgh based law firm Burness Paull LLP takes an in-depth look at what is needed in terms of policy and investment...

End-of-life bin lorry refitted to operate electrically

A refuse collection vehicle at the end of its normal working life has been repowered with an electric motor and is due to shortly...