This deal will involve integrating the real-time trailer generated by Krone's telematics system with the TIP trailer telematics software to produce more reliable data.

The Coil Liner range includes four different types: the standard version for up to a 30-ton payload, the Coil Liner Ultra in lightweight design with cross beams, the shorter Coil Liner Compact for up to 30-ton payload, and the Mega Liner Coil in cross beam design.

The “Krone Trusted Tyre Comfort” (KT231) tyre will feature a reinforced carcass and a widened tread depth (18mm), with a low rolling resistance. Krone claims that this product offers a cost advantage of up to 35 percent compared to competitive products on the market.

Dr Tono Nasch is appointed to Krone’s Supervisory Board bringing experience and skills in automated testing technology and electromobility to the company as Krone looks to meet the challenges of electrification, automation and digitalisation.

Krone announced that CTE Trailers will start as the new official importer for Krone in Bulgaria, replacing Krone BG Ltd. This is due to the rising demand for Krone trailers in the country as CTE Trailers has a large service network (five authorised service partners) offering comprehensive after-market services.

Currently, in its fifth generation, the Profi Liner now features a new multi-lock outer frame, more than 3,000 lashing possibilities for securing loads and is now available with numerous telematics functions.

Krone says improvements to its double-deck curtainsider semi-trailer include increased stability, better handling, shorter turnaround times and holds more cargo than its predecessor with 62 pallet spaces on two levels.

Krone’s Ice-Protect system prevents ice slabs from forming on the tarpaulin roofs of commercial vehicles, increasing road and driver safety.

The Dry Liner STG is suitable for operation in a long-truck combination (type 3), equipped with a reversing camera, LED side marker lights as well as an air-suspended axle unit with a self-steering axle to allow safe manoeuvring.  

Utilising a modular system, the Krone Multi Safe System has the flexibility to allow a trailer operator to safely secure many different load types including paper and steel coils, sheet metal and palleted beverages.

Costs of production most challenging, says Krone's marketing and sales MD, yet investment continues in production, R&D and technology

Dutch trailer manufacturer Knapen Group of Deurne, The Netherlands (a subsidiary of Krone Commercial Vehicles Group), has announced that Peter Ahlers will step down as Managing Director of the company.