Haulage Industry sees further growth

Despite the economic downturn, companies within the haulage industry are starting to see an increase in the industry, helped by companies who are looking to broaden their client base both nationally and internationally.
Using Road and Rail Transportation is an important service for many companies offering products and services both nationally and internationally and having a reliable haulage and logistics supplier has never been more important.

The Office of Rail and Department of Transport recently publicised a report confirming the reliability and cost-effectiveness of the Rail network for these purposes, which was greeted warmly by the industry.
As a business, whether you are looking to send products to your clients or other company locations by the road or rail network, tracking and traceability has never been more important and both the sender and hauler can benefit from the use of tracking systems for their vehicles and consignments.

Using GPRS technology, tracking equipment is very easy to install and use.

Systems can be discreetly installed onto vehicles and packages making it easy to trace their whereabouts. The GPRS transmitter sends a signal confirming information such as:

• • Driver Name or Consignment Information (predetermined by the user)
• • Location
• • Speed
• • Date and Time

Whether you are a Haulier or Distributor, the tracking equipment is beneficial in a range of different ways and can even assist with productivity which will have a positive effect on profitability and customer service to your own clients. Here are just a few ways that the systems can help:

Haulage and Logistics Suppliers
This system will allow you to trace the whereabouts of your vehicle as well as monitoring the productivity of your staff confirming how long they have been on the road, what speed they are doing and being able to tell your customer where they accurately are and provide an ETA. Also, if your vehicle was lost or stolen the GPRS system will still provide details of its location.

Mail Order and Equipment Distributors
Placing a system in with your consignment provides you with the same piece of mind as the haulier, but directly to you. You only need to have a computer connected to the internet available to view the whereabouts of your consignment.

All systems are discreet and simple to install and use - Vehicle Tracking suppliers will be able to provide you with advice and assistance on equipment to suit your logistical requirements and budget.