Freight

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Efficient haulage works for everyone - operators, residents, road users and future generations. Good working practices and technologies can save time, money and fuel as well as reducing the impact of freight operations on the environment and our communities.

 

More fuel efficient vehicles can have a real impact on efficiency but good driving practices, training and maintenance are equally as important. Using the best routes, careful planning or tools such as telematics systems allow you to get the best use out of your vehicles, staff and fuel whilst minimising impacts on local people and places. Efficient and considerate practices can also contribute to your image and reputation, winning you more business.

Our County Freight Map identifies the most appropriate routes for large vehicles and can help you plan your routes to avoid unnecessary delay and diversions.

We are currently developing a system of free downloads designed to help improve the guidance provided to the drivers of large vehicles by SatNav devices. Downloads will be available from this site as the product develops.

Further information on improving haulage operations can be found on the websites listed in the useful links section on the right of this page.