The establishment of Krone Norge AS is part of a wider strategic restructuring of the Krone Scandinavian sales network. This subsidiary replaces its previous sales partner, Vogn Service, which has been exclusively importing Korne products into the region since 2008.

Representatives from Spain, France and Italy were in attendance. Under the theme of “Enginuity”, a comprehensive product range for the cargo transport, cold chain, and construction (tippers and platforms) sectors were on the stand.

The new marker and clearance lights offer increased light size when compared to a conventional “penny-style” light, while still fitting a standard 3/4-inch hole.

Using 36 rim-mounted sensors, which can be integrated into “all commonly available wheel sizes”, the sensors send alerts through the idem app allowing for predictive maintenance and therefore increasing safety, extending tyre lifetime, reducing vehicle/trailer downtime and saving fuel.

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.

The KKS-U Connector allows the driver to couple a semi-trailer via remote control from inside the cab, increasing safety and saving time. Jost says that this product is aimed at transport companies that often perform coupling processes and drive short distances.

Addiante Serviços Financeiros e Digitais, is a new company, headquartered in São Paulo, specializing in leasing services for heavy-duty trucks, semi-trailers, and associated equipment.

Compatible with vehicles utilising an electronic brake system, RADC 1.0. monitors an area of up to 3 by 10 metres.

The German automotive systems supplier reports that “several thousand” trailers in DSA’s fleet will be equipped with TX-Trailerpulse, connecting them to its Transics-branded 'Fleet Management Solutions'.

ZF is now offering fleet managers and other stakeholders a real-time AI-based automated decision-making fleet management solution called SCALAR that optimises the efficiency of freight logistics and passenger transportation all in one system. Claiming to set a new industry benchmark, SCALAR brings together advanced digital connectivity and future technologies, including autonomous driving, for mixed fleets.

A project researching an aerodynamically optimised articulated tractor-trailer combination initiated by Dutch international food producer, Vion NV of Boxtel, The Netherlands, started trials on German roads in mid-March with expectations of reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by 8%.

idem Telematics of Ulm, part of BPW Bergische Achsen KG, says networking of drivers, freight and vehicles is indispensable for transport and logistics companies but warns many hauliers are in danger of being left behind when it comes to digitisation.