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| Haulage industry can take steps to combat high fuel costs |
Date: 18 April 2008
Everyone in the haulage industry is aware that fuel costs are very expensive at the moment, but there are steps that freight companies can take to fight against it.
Haulage firms need to manage their fuel effectively so that they know exactly what is happening to the diesel they are buying, the Road Haulage Association (RHA) explains in a new document, 'Carbon footprint explained'.
"Every firm needs a system, whether buying on a card or in bulk at the depot," it states. "Control of every litre of fuel is critical."
Methods that can be used include implementing a system for managing bulk deliveries and individuals vehicle issues in order to monitor performance; using a transparent fuel card management system; and using an effective vehicle/driver miles per gallon monitoring system.
The RHA also suggests appointing a fuel champion within the business to manage the company's fuel performance.
Another way of saving fuel is by planning routes better.
"Some companies are increasing their efforts to work with customers to make their requirements fit in with greater efficiency," according to the report. |
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