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n Goodyear is investigating key actions taken by road transportation companies to lower CO2 emissions and support sustainable transport objectives. n Goodyear is planting a tree in collaboration with Tree-Nation to reward each fleet respondent that completes the survey. Tyre manufacturer Goodyear is inviting European transport and logistics companies to share their insights and contribute to more sustainable transportation through a dedicated Sustainable Reality Survey. Climate change and environmental sustainability are high on the agendas of both regulators and industry players. In
Goodyear to launch Sustainable Reality Survey in Europe 2019, the European Green Deal was introduced, targeting a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from transport, compared with 1990 levels. Likewise, in 2020, the EU Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy included 82 initiatives for the next four years. The strategy is supporting the green and digital transformation of the transport ecosystem, while also becoming more resilient in order to cope with future disruptions. In total, transportation accounts for 25% of the greenhouse gas emissions in Europe. The CO2 emissions of new heavy trucks aim to reduce this figure by 15% from 2025 onwards and 30% from 2030 onwards, as measured by VECTO. Moving to the top of the regulatory agenda, customers are including more ‘environmental focused’ requirements in their RFQ’s and end-consumers want to buy more from companies caring
for the planet. In the daily operations of commercial fleets, the shift towards greener mobility – while staying competitive and assuring on-time delivery – is requiring a clear strategy and smart action. The Sustainable Reality Survey initiated by Goodyear is a straightforward inquiry into what transportation partners are currently doing to reduce their carbon footprint, as well as their future plans. It aims to reveal what truck fleets and transport companies are achieving in terms of sustainability – and the everyday commercial obstacles that are in their way. No greenwashing but a real-life look at sustainability in practice. To recognise each fleet respondent completing the survey, Goodyear is planting a tree in collaboration with TreeNation, a non-profit organisation coordinating reforestation efforts worldwide in a unique platform. For further details or to participate log on to: https://www.sustainablerealitysurvey.eu/
The Royal Terberg Group has acquired a majority shareholding in MPM Specialist Vehicles in Hillsborough, County Down to support further growth and expansion in Ireland and Northern Ireland Company founders Mark McCluskey and his wife Joanne will remain minority shareholders and Mark will continue as company director. Due to the shared trading history MPM is already partially integrated with Terberg Special Vehicles, so a smooth transition to the new structure is ensured. MPM began business in 2010 as McCluskey Plant & Machinery, and has represented Terberg Special Vehicles since its inception. Following business growth, the company became registered and known as MPM Specialist Vehicles Limited. Through its close working relationship with Terberg DTS UK Ltd, MPM achieved increased sales in the Shunter truck business, supplying the specialist FLEETTRANSPORT | SEPT-OCT 21
vehicles to the distribution industry and ports throughout Ireland. In addition to Terberg, MPM also represents other OEM brands across the fuel tank, Fire & Rescue, trailers and associated equipment sectors. MPM also offers sales of new and used trucks, provides rental vehicles, and has an active aftersales support team for parts and service. Commenting on the acquisition, Alisdair Couper MD from Terberg DTS UK Ltd said: “This is an exciting time for the team at MPM which will trade as Terberg MPM Ireland. Strong growth and development plans are already well advanced and we look forward to expanding the team and operations in Ireland in the coming months.”
Pictured at the announcement are - left to right: Alisdair Couper (Terberg DTS UK), Joanne and Mark McCluskey (MPM Specialist Vehicles) For over 150 years, the Dutch headquartered Royal Terberg Group of companies have been driven to provide the best to the world’s specialist vehicle markets. With 38 operating companies in 13 countries, Terberg is a multinational independent supplier of (specialist) vehicles and vehicle systems. Among its best known in the transport sector are Dennis Eagle Refuse Collection Vehicles and Kingfisher truck mounted forklifts.
