Takeover targets
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At least 206 UK road haulage firms are prime targets for a takeover and another 269 could be sold off by their parent companies, according to Plimsoll Publishing. At the other end of the scale are 25 major companies that are expanding rapidly largely through acquisitions, and 149 "predators" that are using the misfortune of others to expand.
Bibby boss
Bibby Distribution has promoted chief operating officer lain Speak to chief executive. He replaces Theo de Pencler, who has been appointed FTA chief executive.
lsuzu dealers
Isuzu Truck (UK) has appointed three agents in the Midlands. Beeches Garages in Stoke, Paynes Garages in Hinckley and A&R Vehicle Services in Wecinesbury will offer sales, service and parts.
Winning router
West Midlands-based software company DPS International has won the Institute of Transport Management award for the 'Best Vehicle Routeing System 2007'.
Driver arrested
A Spanish driver has been arrested on suspicion of driving without due care and attention following a collision on the MS. The motorway was closed northbound between J16 and 17, and southbound traffic was restricted to the hard shoulder after the truck jack-knifed.