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The funeral of Ian Craig, founder of Larbert-based Ian Craig (Haulage) Limited, who passed away aged 86, will take place at Falkirk Crematorium on 31 October 2026, starting at 11.15am. Ian died on 11 October following a short illness. His family has set up a memorial page where those wishing to pay their respects can The post Funeral arrangements announced for Ian Craig appeared first on Transport News.

The next phase of the A9 dualling work between Pitlochry and Killiecrankie is set to be awarded to construction company Wills Bros Civil Engineering. Stephen Flynn, the cabinet secretary for economy, tourism and transport, said the announcement marks the final stage of the procurement process for the fifth A9 dualling project to proceed to construction. The post Wills Bros set to win next A9 dualling contract appeared first on Transport News.

The Thompsons Group is on a recruitment drive as its brand-new factory at Dunfermline starts producing bodies for the construction, waste and recycling sectors. Joint managing director Simon Shields told Transport News that the company will be recruiting across the board, including for roles in administration, management, supervision, welding, electrical work, painting and general labouring. The post Thompsons Group to recruit as new Dunfermline factory ramps up production appeared first on Transport News.

Michelin will give its new X Multi T2 trailer tyre its UK show debut at RTX Scotland, showcasing its latest efforts to improve mileage, reduce rolling resistance and lower whole-life costs for haulage operators. The 385/65 R22.5 tyre will be displayed at Glasgow’s SEC on 18–19 November. Michelin claims it delivers 15% higher mileage and The post Michelin to unveil X Multi T2 trailer tyre at RTX Scotland appeared first on Transport News.

Royal Mail has marked the 20th anniversary of introducing a prototype Lifting Deck semi-trailer to its fleet with a significant order from long-standing supplier Don-Bur. The deal covers 261 trailers, including 160 Lifting Deck trailers, 50 box vans equipped with retractable tail-lifts and 51 trailers configured for dock loading. Don-Bur built a one-off Lifting Deck The post Royal Mail marks 20 years of lifting deck trailers with Don-Bur deal appeared first on Transport News.

Hauliers are calling for an alternative to the proposed four-year closure of the A83 at the Rest and Be Thankful, warning that relying on the Old Military Road (OMR), controlled by traffic lights and a convoy system, would cause major disruption. Speaking to Transport News, operators said the proposals would cost businesses time and money The post Hauliers ‘extremely concerned’ over A83 Rest and Be Thankful closure plan appeared first on Transport News.