Ballyvesey Holdings Ltd

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Press releases

5th February - New service offering from West Pennine Trucks Middleton
West Pennine Trucks Middleton are happy to announce that they can now offer diagnostic and electrical support to their customers through a new mobile electrical support vehicle.
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20th January - A.G.Wilson go for Case again
Another Case CX130B for A.G. Wilson Civil Engineering. Their first CX130B, delivered in 2011 by Sleator Plant has been so fuel efficient that they had no hesitation in ordering a second machine!
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29th January - Mercedes-Benz Actros go with the grain for Openfield
Grain merchant Openfield has sown the seeds of future success by commissioning a new fleet of 11 premium specification Mercedes-Benz Actros tractor units.
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20th January - A.G.Wilson go for Case again
Another Case CX130B for A.G. Wilson Civil Engineering. Their first CX130B, delivered in 2011 by Sleator Plant has been so fuel efficient that they had no hesitation in ordering a second machine!
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17th January - A new Doosan DX80R excavator to the Inland Fisheries Ireland
Garry Kehoe (General Manager) of Montana Plant hands over a new Doosan DX80R excavator to Mr. Fergus Lynch of Inland Fisheries Ireland.
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12th January - Montracon Fuel Saver Trailer
Following the launch of its curtainsider FST (fuel saving trailer), Montracon has now lifted the wraps on an aerodynamically efficient semi trailer van that tests indicate will return fuel consumption savings of up to 8%.
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8th January - West Pennine Trucks launch Winter Campaign
Safety is paramount at all times, and, in winter, it is even more important to check your vehicle is well maintained and serviced.
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3rd January - Spud firm’s vehicles are just s-mash-ing
Potato haulier AB Texel UK has harvested a bumper crop of its own in the shape of five new Mercedes-Benz tractor units.
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Press releases

21st December - Merry Christmas and a happy New Year
With Christmas fast approaching and 2012 just around the corner, Ballyvesey Holdings would like to wish all their valued customers a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year and hope 2012 is prosperous for you.
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20th December - In Perfect Partnership with Intercounty Vehicle Contracts
Intercounty Truck & Van secured an order for 101 vehicles with Superdrug back in August 2009 to supply Mercedes-Benz Axor 1840LS and 1824L vehicles a direct result of both Intercounty Truck & Van and Mercedes Benz Commercial Vehicles working in partnership.
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12th December - Simon says Mercedes-Benz vans breed success
It was a passion for breeding animals that prompted Simon Wisson to turn a hobby into a successful business – and it’s his passion for the three-pointed star of Mercedes-Benz that keeps his company running smoothly.
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8th December - First Doosan for Ogilvie
Ian Taggart and Claire McLean from Ogilvie visit their new DX140 at Scotia Plant.
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5th December - Four brand new Scania R485 Toplines into Earl Transport
Centurion recently delivered four brand new Scania R485 Toplines into Earl Transport in Accrington.
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29th November - HTC achieve ISO 9001 status
Leading DAF dealership Heathrow Truck Centre (HTC) have achieved ISO 9001 accreditation for all seven of its depots.
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27th November -When the chips were down, AB Texel chose Mercedes-Benz Actros
Potato haulier AB Texel UK has harvested a bumper crop of its own in the shape of five new Mercedes-Benz tractor units.
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22nd November -A new Case CX350C to M O’Brien Plant
Southern Plant have delivered a new Case CX350C to M O’Brien Plant hire in Hertfordshire.
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19th November -Webster choose Scotia Plant
Lanarkshire based power products supplier, Webster Power Products Ltd have just taken delivery of a Bobcat S100 skidsteer loader from Scotia.
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15th November -Montracon fridge trailers for Ryder
Ryder have just ordered 27 fridge trailers from trailer manufacturer Montracon.
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9th November -Terex Minerals Processing Systems, providers of static and modular crushing, screening equipment, have signed a new distributor for Ireland.
Terex Minerals Processing Systems (MPS), providers of static and modular crushing and screening equipment, proudly announce the appointment of Sleator Plant as a distributor for all of Ireland.
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7th November -Montana Plant launch new website
After months of development, and with over 400 pages of products and company information the new Montana Plant website has now launched.
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31st October -More Genie success for Sleator Plant
Following on from the recent Genie sales to Balloo Hire and CL Hire, Sleator Plant have just sold 4 x Genie GS1932, 25 foot scissor lifts to Scott's Contracts, Cookstown.
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20th October -Trafford Reds shine at World Final of Scania Top Team
It began with more than 6,000 contestants from 46 countries, but by the time the World Final came around just ten teams of five service personnel and two support staff were left to battle it out to see who would become Scania's Top Team for 2011.
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16th October -CVA Launch New Service Offering To The Market Commercial Vehicle Auctions has recently launched a new service to the market. With the recruitment of Matt Lyons, CVA now offer a wider asset valuation and disposal service, focused primarily at the insolvency and asset based lending sectors.
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11th October -Scotia go to the islands!
Ballyvesey Holdings Scottish plant dealership, Scotia Plant, have just supplied this 14ton Doosan DX140 complete with McQuaid sorting grab to Argyll and Bute Council.
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10th October -New head office for Southern Plant
Southern Plant have celebrated the opening of their new head office at Toddington in Bedfordshire with a multiple deal for seven Terex TA6 site dumpers.
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6th October -First Genie 2506 Telehandler for GA Parkes Hire
GA Parkes Hire, New Buildings, have just bought their first Genie 2506 Telehandler.
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1st October -Jon takes on top role at Midlands Truck & Van
There’s a new pair of hands on the wheel at Mercedes-Benz dealer group Midlands Truck & Van.
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27th September -New website for Centurion Truck Rental
Last week saw the launch of the new Centurion Truck Rental. The fresh new look website focus on Centurion's core services.
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22nd September -Montana Plant early strikes with Bobcat
Montana Plant, the new dealer for Bobcat in the Republic of Ireland, has hit the ground running with 2 recent sales.
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17th September -New General Manager at Scotia Plant
Ballyvesey Holdings have appointed Matthew Ritchie as the new General Manager at Scotia Plant.
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11th September -The King is Back and living in Carrowdore Castle.
Following on from the successful launch of the new Case T series backhoe loader and the much publicised media press release
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6th September -Personal Well Being – Workplace Support
Some of the 50 employees of Montgomery Transport Limited and Rockmount Vehicle Maintenance who took part in a work place Quit Smoking and Personal Well Being clinic
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30th August -Armoured Personnel Carrier arrives at Ballyvesey Recycling
Mallusk-based recycling company Ballyvesey Recycling Solutions Ltd certainly do receive strange items onto their premises.
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25th August -Ballyvesey Finance Launch Company Facebook page
Following on from their new website, Ballyvesey Holdings, finance arm, Ballyvesey Finance Ltd have launched their own Facebook page.
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22nd August -Actros. Voted ‘ Truck of the Decade’ by Truck & Driver readers.
We’d like to take a bow and thank everyone who voted Actros as ‘Truck of the Decade’.
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17th August -West Pennine Trucks - Used Vehicles stocklist video
West Pennine Trucks used vehicles are always easy on the eye, no more so than with this short video straight from their Youtube video channel.
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13th August -Montgomery Transport Group to "Opens Operations" in Germany
Montgomery Transport Group are pleased to announce the introduction of Montgomery Transport GmbH.
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8th August -Ballyvesey Finance Launch their new website
July saw the launch of the new Ballyvesey Finance website. This launch is to coincide with the rebranding campaign that has seen the transition from Ballyvesey Asset Management to Ballyvesey Finance.
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4th August -Sleator Plant launch new website
After months of development, and with over 400 pages of products and company information the new Sleator Plant website has now launched.
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31st July -Montgomery Transport - Graduate Scheme Addition
Montgomery Transport Group has recruited an additional graduate to its sales team, as part of its plan for future commercial development of the group's services.
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24th July -Tiling firm is stuck on its Fuso Canters
Tiling specialist Walls and Floors is saving one complete journey in every seven since switching from its previous 7.5-tonne truck chassis to the Fuso Canter.
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13th July -New member of the team at Centurion Truck Rental
Centurion Truck Rental is pleased to announce the appointment of Dave Roberts as Business Development Manager.
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10th July -Montracon scores hat-trick with 3 large orders
Celebration is in the air at Leading Trailer Manufacturer Montracon Ltd, with not one major order but three, equating to over 300 trailers.
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5th July -Going the extra 600 miles
We recently delivered a new FASCF85.460 Space Cab to VDL Container system in Eindhoven, Holland at the request of our customer, Pearce Recycling.
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29th June -Heavy Goods Apprentice Required
As a Scania Apprentice you'll be employed at West Pennine Trucks Stoke on Trent, Cross Street ,Off Chemical Lane, Longport, just off the A500 Tunstall Wolstanton turn off.
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27th June -Lowest in class fuel consumption is proving to be a major talking point!
Sleator Plant have just sold their first Case CX210LC to McCormick Contracts, Ballycastle
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21st June -HTC Used Truck Sales Expansion‏
Morgan Elliott Ltd has now expanded their Used Truck Sales operation to include HTC Heathrow, Reading & Oxford.
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15th June -Need To Chill it, Freeze it or Move it?
Leading trailer manufacturer, Montracon Ltd, have launched a nation wide campaign to promote their wide range of refrigerated trailers.
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13th June -Knights of Old enlists Fuso Canters for environmental crusade
Knights of Old has recruited two new champions in the shape of a pair of 7.5-tonne Fuso Canters to tackle the cut and thrust of multi-drop deliveries in urban areas.
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6th June -Travis Perkins returns for first Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Lutons
The plumbing and heating, and kitchens and joinery divisions, of Travis Perkins plc are once again tapping into the benefits of Mercedes-Benz van operation.
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5th June -West Pennine Trucks at the Shropshire Truck Show
Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th May saw one of the Shropshire’s largest events come to the Oswestry Showground, in Park Hall.
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1st June -Large order secured for Montracon
Leading Trailer Manufacturer, Montracon Ltd, have jointly with Eurofleet a sister Ballyvesey group company, secured a large order from specialist logistics firm Wincanton Ltd.
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24th May -More success for Manchester as local team makes World Final
A group of highly-skilled employees from the Trafford Park branch of commercial vehicle dealer West Pennine Trucks Limited has proven that Manchester's winning streak is not limited to its two Premier League teams by reaching the World Final of the Top Team competition organised by truck, bus and coach manufacturer Scania.
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17th May -Sales executive Richard ‘Canters’ to award glory
Wolverhampton-based truck sales specialist Richard Mason has won a prestigious award from Mercedes-Benz.
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14th May -H.E. Services choose Southern Plant
The order consisted of 35 Terex TA3SH 3 ton swivel skip hydrostatic drive, 35 Terex TA6s 6 ton swivel skip and 5 Terex TA9 9 ton dumpers.
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11th May -Van market keeps pushing ahead
As confidence grows in the small business sector, so van sales continue to increase.
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9th May -The Montracon product speaks for itself
In March this year Montracon negotiated an order for 27 box vans and 2 curtainsider trailers from multi-national transport and logistics company Norbert Dentressangle.
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6th May -Warburtons steps on the gas with dual-fuel Mercedes-Benz Axor
‘Britain’s Favourite Baker’ has introduced a breath of fresh air to its distribution fleet in the shape of six dual-fuel Mercedes-Benz Axor tractor units..
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4th May -Depot Manager Paul Goulden Successfully Climbs Mount Kilimanjaro
The management and staff at Montgomery Transport Group would like to offer their warmest congratulations to Paul Goulden (Depot Manager - Preston) who has just completed a climb of Mount Kilimanjaro in aid of MYELOMA.
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27th April -Comic Relief at Montgomery Transport
On Friday, 18th March 2011 the Montgomery Transport Group aka, “the Red Machine” embraced the concept of Comic Relief in our most successful, single days fund raising in aid of this most worthy cause.
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24th April -West Pennine Trucks - Used Vehicles stocklist videoWest Pennine Trucks used vehicles are always easy on the eye, no more so than with this short video straight from their Youtube video channel.
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19th April - New Doosan and Bobcat Dealer in Republic of Ireland
Doosan Infracore Construction Equipment (DICE) has appointed Dublin-based Montana Plant Sales, part of Ballyvesey Holdings Ltd, as the new authorised dealer for the Republic of Ireland.
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12th April - Montgomery Transport continue to invest in European Market
Montgomery Transport Limited is again pushing forward the boundaries of its European operation recognising strong growth signals from within the European market.
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9th April - West Pennine Trucks - Scania T-Cab photo gallery
In celebration of the unique Scania T-cab, here are some photos of the Scania t-cab trucks that we have supplied previously.
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4th April - Midlands Truck and Van / Announcement
Midlands Truck and Van Limited (a subsidiary of Ballyvesey Holdings Limited) has acquired the assets and business of Gerard Mann Commercials in Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Coventry from 1st April 2011.
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31st March -Aebi-Schmidt enlists Mercedes-Benz to help keep the RAF flying
RAF bases around the world are being kept in ‘fighting fit’ operational condition by a new fleet of Mercedes-Benz-based sweeping and snow and ice clearing vehicles.
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22nd March -Communication is key at West Pennine Trucks Middleton
West Pennine Trucks Middleton depot has recently launched a new customer service initiative
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20th March -Montgomery Refrigerated order with Sister company, Montracon
Montgomery Refrigerated have placed an order with sister company Montracon for another 30 refrigerated trailers.
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12th March -CVA - Car auction on the 24th March, watch live online Commercial Vehicle Auctions (CVA) are holding a car auction on the 24th March at 6pm. The auction will comprise of a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle.
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6th March -Continued investment in Montgomery TankServices LtdMontgomery TankServices have increased their powder tank capability with the introduction of six new powder discharge tractor units.
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3rd March -Intercounty Vehicle Contracts Ltd, Haydock BranchIntercounty Vehicle Contracts Ltd are pleased to announce that Intercounty Vehicle Contracts, Haydock Depot, is now open and fully operational.
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27th February -West Pennine Trucks - Used Vehicles stocklist videoWest Pennine Trucks used vehicles are always easy on the eye, no more so than with this short video straight from their Youtube video channel.
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24th February -Montgomery Tank Services Awarded Contract for Further Two Years with Premier
Montgomery TankServices are pleased to announce that following a tender process by Premier Periclase their proposal has been successful and the contract has been awarded for a further two years.
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16th February -"Mount Kilimanjaro here I come!"
Paul Goulden, Montgomery Transport’s Depot Manager – Preston, will attempt to climb Mount Kilimanjaro Africa’s highest mountain, on March 22nd 2011 in support of myeloma.
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12th February -Market leadership for DAF trucks
In what was the lowest UK truck market over 6.0 tonnes, Daf Trucks says it held market leadership for the 16th straight year.
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7th February -Sleator Plant delivery it's first mobile crusher
Sleator Plant has just sold its first mobile crusher, a Terex-Finlay J1175, since its recent appointment as the main Terex-Finlay dealer for the territory of North Ireland. The crusher is working on site at Mullafarry Quarry, Co.Mayo.
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6th February -Intercounty Truck and Van - A passion for commercial vehicles
INTERCOUNTY Truck and Van is the Mercedes-Benz dealer for commercial vehicles within Northampton, Peterborough, Milton Keynes and Luton.
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2nd February -Commercial Vehicle Show is back!
The Commercial Vehicle Show is back in full after a two year absence. DAF Trucks have confirmed that it will be exhibiting at this year's CV Show, which is taking place at Birmingham's NEC on 12-14 April.
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27th January - Balloo Hire take delivery of Genie boom lifts and scissor lifts
Sleator Plant have just delivered a large quantity of Genie boom lifts and scissor lifts to Balloo Hire, one of the largest independent & privately owned hire companies in Ireland.
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25th January - Sleator And Southern Strengthen Case Network
Case Construction Equipment has added to its dealer network with the appointment of Sleator Plant in Northern Ireland, and Southern Plant across much of central south-east England.
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17th January - Long Term Relationship Continues…
Leading sheet materials supplier Richard Russell Panels have taken delivery of their latest DAF FALF45.160 7.5t.
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15th January - Tony Barton joins West Pennine as Sales Manager
Tony has joined West Pennine Trucks at the beginning of 2011 as Sales Manager.
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13th January - 2010: A good year for the HTC Group
HTC Group have come out on top of the retail registration report generated by Paccar Financial for the 2010 calendar year.
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10th January - Training achievement for Montracon employees
Congratulations to eight Montracon employees for recently completing the Business – Improvement Techniques (B-IT) course.
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6th January - Montracon Appoint Refrigerated Sales Manager for the South of England
Montracon is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Lardner as Refrigerated sales manager for the South of England.
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1st January - Wright Self Drive takes delivery of the first production model Scania R 730, the world's most powerful truck
Welshpool, mid-Wales based transport operator, Wright Self Drive Limited has taken delivery of the first series-production 730 horsepower Scania V8 tractor unit.
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Press releases

23rd December - Intercounty Vehicle Contracts acquires Coulter Truck & Van, Haydock
Intercounty vehicle Contracts on Friday, 10th December acquired Coulter Truck & Van, Haydock.
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21st December - Frugal Mercedes-Benz Actros V8 gives MFR fuel for thought
Stunning fuel returns of almost 10.5mpg have vindicated the decision of MFR Haulage to invest in a V8-engined Mercedes-Benz fleet flagship.
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16th December - Terex Finlay appoint Sleator Plant as official distributors for the North of Ireland
In October 2010 Sleator Plant where appointed the official distributor for Terex® Finlay in the Northern region of Ireland following the retirement of the incumbent dealer, Malachy Holland of MH Screening.
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14th December - Get Ready for winter with a free health check from West Pennine Trucks
West Pennine Trucks are offering FREE winter health checks for your Scania truck or coach.
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9th December - Website launch for Intercounty Vehicle Contracts Ltd
Newly formed Intercounty Vehicle Contracts Ltd has just launched their vibrant new website.
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5th December - Montracon Secure order for 26 Stepframe Vans
Montracon have recently secured an order consisting of 26 Stepframe Vans for a leading distributor of American Recreational Vehicles (RVs), Traylen Enterprises.
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30th November - Ballyvesey Recycling hits the 200 mark
In a short period of 6 months Ballyvesey Recycling Solutions have reached a landmark that they would not have thought possible a year ago.
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24th November - Early Christmas for Used Trucks Customers
Christmas has come early for West Pennine Trucks and their Used Trucks customers, as you will not see a wider selection of used trucks under one roof!
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16th November - S & K Haulage choose Montracon
Montracon has successfully secured an order from International haulier S & K Haulage Ltd.
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11th November - Five Scania’s go to Eugene Rogan International Transport
Eugene Rogan International Transport has just taken delivery of five R480 LA 6x2/4 Topline tractor units.
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7th November -Gareth Young / Ballyvesey Asset Management (BAM)
After a number of months with no one at the helm we have finally appointed a new Managing Director of Ballyvesey Asset Management.
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1st November -Terex Finlay appoint Sleator Plant as official distributors for the North of Ireland
In early October 2010 Sleator Plant became the official distributor for Terex Finlay in the Northern region of Ireland.
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20th October -Ballyvesey Polska - Katrina Chlodek
It is with great regret and much sadness that we announce the death of Kataryna Chlodek on the 27th September.
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18th October -West Pennine Trucks - Used Vehicles stocklist video
West Pennine Trucks used vehicles are always easy on the eye, no more so than with this short video straight from their Youtube video channel.
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7th October -Success at Montracon open day
On Wednesday 22nd September Montracon held their eagerly anticipated open day.
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2nd October -Centurion Truck Rental delivery 10 Scania to Sawyers Distribution
Sawyers Distribution have just taken delivery of 10 Scania R485 Topline 6x2 Opticruise Tractor units to join their fleet of 85 vehicles running between the UK, Ireland and Europe.
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26th September -Montgomery Transport Group Voted Top Training Operator of the Year 2010
The Montgomery Transport Group has been voted Top Training Operator of the Year at the annual Export & Freight Transport & Logistics Awards 2010.
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21st September -West Pennine Trucks - Used Vehicles stocklist video
West Pennine Trucks used vehicles are always easy on the eye, no more so than with this short video straight from their Youtube video channel.
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15th September -Centurion Truck Rental keep it in the Ballyvesey Group with Keystone Distribution
Keystone Distribution have just taken delivery of 24 DAF tractor units. The DAF cf 85 410's were supplied by Centurion Truck Rental on a 5 year contract hire package.
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12th September -Ballyvesey Recycling now an ATF
Ballyvesey Recycling Solutions has now been registered as an ATF - an Authorised Treatment Facility.
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5th September -Montgomery Transport accreditation - Health and Safety at Work
In line with Montgomery Transport’s “best in class” philosophy the Company is pleased to announce it has received formal accreditation from the British Safety Council...
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2nd September -Heathrow Truck Centre purchase Morgan Elliott Ltd & DGC Ltd
I am pleased to announce that the purchase of Morgan Elliott Ltd & DGC Ltd has been completed today, Thursday 2nd September 2010.
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2nd September -Repeat shopping for TJ Morris
TJ Morris Ltd, trading as Home Bargains, is one of the UK's fastest growing discount retailers, so its no surprise they want good quality vehicles that are reliable to help service over 200 stores throughout the UK.
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31st August-Milestone for employees at Montgomery Transport
This month, fitters Wesley Preston and Jimmy Fleck have been celebrating 25years of unbroken service with Montgomery Transport Limited.
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24th August-Montracon Openday
Leading Trailer manufacturer Montracon Ltd are holding an openday on Wednesday the 22nd September at 10.00am.
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18th August-Procter and Gamble- New Contract Extension for Montgomery Transport
Montgomery Transport has signed a deal with major customer Proctor and Gamble that sees the 2 companies extend their relationship until 2012.
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15th August-Waste management in style
JWT Waste Services Ltd have just taken delivery of their new Scania P274DB6X4MNB with a Low Entry cab.
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11th August-Travis Perkins builds for the future with Euro 5 Fuso Canter
Leading builders’ merchant and home improvement company Travis Perkins plc has become one of the first customers in Britain for the new, low-emission Euro 5 Fuso Canter light truck.
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3rd August-Ballyvesey Recycling's 1st ship
Ballvesey Recycling Solutions Ltd which has been operational just over a year recently achieved a first by loading their 1st ship for a continental steelworks.
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28th July-Montracon achieves ISO9001:2008 certification
As part of the company’s wider strategy of implementing recognised business systems, Montracon has recently gained ISO9001:2008
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18th July-Mercedes-Benz vehicles are the perfect tools for Snap-on
Franchisees of Snap-on Tools, the world leader in the supply of tools, tool storage and diagnostic solutions for professional users, have begun taking deliveries of the first of a new generation of mobile stores based on Mercedes-Benz chassis.
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13th July-Stapleton Tyres choose quality with Montracon
Stapleton Tyres have just taken delivery of 14 Box Van Trailers from Montracon.
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8th July-Important Sale for Intercounty Truck & Van
Intercounty Truck & Van Ltd have just delivered an Axor 2543LS Tractor Unit to Whitworth Ltd of Wellingbrough.
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2nd July-Scotia Plant appoints new general manager
Scotia Plant has appointed Lee Roberton as general manager.
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27th June-12 more for Morgan Transport & Distribution
Morgan Transport & Distribution have just taken delivery of 12 new Fridge trailers.
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15th June-West Pennine Trucks - Used Vehicles stocklist video
West Pennine Trucks used vehicles are always easy on the eye, no more so than with this short video straight from their Youtube video channel.
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12th June-West Pennine Trucks takes the first order in the UK for Scania's recently announced "Flagship" 730 horsepower V8 model
On Friday 16 April the West Pennine Trucks' sales team were invited to a presentation at Scania GB's offices in Milton Keynes.
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7th June-Scotia Plant have been appointed as Doosan dealers
Scotia Plant have been appointed as Doosan dealers for the central belt of Scotland.
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1st June-Curtainsiders to FG Wilson (Engineering) Ltd
Truck and Plant has supplied two new Montracon stepframe double curtainsiders to FG Wilson (Engineering) Ltd.
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26th May-The Antigua Experience
What seemed like a normal day at Scania Assistance, Western Europe centre (Bradford U.K), changed when the Chief Engineer onboard a Luxury 55 metre Motor Yacht, “Achilles”, called for assistance with a problem on a marine generator engine.
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23rd May-Montracon sees surge in tipper orders
Following the demise of Fruehauf Tippers, Montracon has seen a surge in both tipper enquiries and furthermore tipper orders.
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17th May-West Pennine Trucks sells the first Scania "Dark Diamond" in Britain
At the end of 2009, Scania announced that it was producing a series of very special V8 powered tractor units called the "Dark Diamond".
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16th May-Safety first for Montracon
Montracon’s Market Weighton production team have recently achieved IOSH Working Safety status.
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11th May-4x4 Mercedes-Benz Sprinters can go to off-road blazes
Bedfordshire and Luton Fire and Rescue Service has increased its operational capability in rural areas by investing in a quartet of 4x4 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans.
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10th May-Sleator Plant has been appointed the dealer for Bomag
Sleator Plant has been appointed the dealer for Bomag compaction equipment for the Republic of Ireland..
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9th May-The East West model has arrived in stock.
After much anticipation the Scale Model of the East West Scania 143 450 with Montracon Curtainsider is now available
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5th May-The Ride and Drive Event and Oswestry Show
Transport operators and drivers will get a great opportunity to test drive Scania's new International Truck of the Year 2010 when West Pennine Trucks stage a Ride & Drive event at their Telford premises on Friday 14 May.
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2nd May-Proven quality – Sainsbury’s order more trailers
Market leader Montracon have just sold 23 double deck step frame van trailers to the supermarket chain Sainsbury’s.
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29th April-Job Vacancy - LGV Technicians & Vehicle Administrator
Experienced LGV technicians required to support our dedicated VMU operation for Montgomery Transport, Montgomery Distribution and Montgomery Tank Services at Ballyearl Business Park, Newtownabbey.
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27th April-West Pennine Trucks - Used Vehicles stocklist video
West Pennine Trucks used vehicles are always easy on the eye, no more so than with this short video straight from their Youtube video channel.
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19th April-Bell sets up new Irish dealer network with Sleator Plant
Bell Equipment UK has signed a new agreement with Sleator Plant for the distribution of ADTs and wheeled loaders in Ireland. Sleator, which is part of the Ballyvesey Holdings group of companies, has bases in Belfast and Dublin, so will act as Bell’s dealer both north and south of the border.
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10th April-Montgomery Transport reinforces their position
Montgomery Transport has just taken delivery of seventy Mercedes tractor units, these are the first in a four part order.
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7th April-GL Profiles puts safety first with Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Cambridgeshire businessman Ray Smith used to buy Mercedes-Benz vans because he thought they were the safest on the road – now he knows they are!
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6th March-Join the parade!
CVA are to hold their 1st parade style drive through tractor auction on Saturday 27th March 2010.
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5th March-Construction Group, Sleator Plant new Dublin Depot
Sleator Plant has just moved into their new premises at “Diggerland” , Dublin.
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5th Feb-Terex TM350 cleans up at Ballyvesey
Ballyvesey Recycling Solutions’ new Terex TM350 from Sleator Plant is making life a lot easier at the company’s busy state-of-the-art waste handling operation in Newtownabbey.
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20th Dec- Heathrow Truck Centre extend their aftersales portfolio
Heathrow Truck Centre & DAF have extended their aftersales portfolio by securing a Parts supplier agreement with GIST to supply “all makes” parts from their Luton & Reading locations, contract term is 3 years.
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17th Dec-Scania’s new R-series International Truck of the Year 2010
Scania’s new R-series range of trucks has been selected as the International Truck of the Year 2010, the most prestigious distinction in the European truck industry.
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13th Dec-Intercounty extends service cover
Intercounty Truck & Van has underlined its commitment to providing the highest levels of service to Mercedes-Benz truck and van operators, by opening a new service depot.
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9th Dec-CVA launch their new online solution
CVA have recently launched their new online solution as part of the continual expansion of the CVA Commercial Vehicle and Plant & Equipment offerings.
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5th Dec-Montracon confident of a market recovery
Montracon has recently increased its salesforce with the appointment of two new area sales managers.
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25th Nov-Sainsbury's takes delivery of Montracon trailers
Sainsbury Supermarket have started taking delivery of the 66 fridges in readyness for its christmas rush.
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22nd Nov-Green goes pink
Mallusk based recycling company BALLYVESEY RECYCLING SOLUTIONS are throwing their weight behind the Breast Cancer Awareness campaign “WEAR IT PINK” on Friday 30th October.
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19th Nov-Recognition for outstanding work
West Pennine Truck’s Trafford Park Service Manager, Aaron McGrath, has been nominated for the Scania Customer Service Improvement Programme Recognition Award.
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16th Nov-Construction Group – new appointment
Well known industry figure Bill Henderson has joined Ballyvesey to head the new heavy line of Construction Equipment.
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12th Nov-NFT Logistics purchase six double deck fridges
The first of six double deck fridges operating through NFT Logistics has just gone into service.
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5th Nov-Commercial Motor focus on the West Pennine Trucks website
The new West Pennine Trucks website was the main focus of the October Commercial Motor feature ‘Webwatch’.
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21st May-West Pennine Trucks helps its customers to reduce fuel costs.
West Pennine Trucks have developed a high-tech timer unit to reduce the time a vehicle is left with the engine running whilst unattended.
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28th April-A New State-of-the-art recycling operation
A New State-of-the-art recycling operation, one of the most modern facilities of its kind on the island of Ireland and, indeed, in the UK, has just been opened at Trench Road in Mallusk.
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4th Jan-Expansion for Ballyvesey Companies
2009 has seen Southern Plant Ltd & Scotia Plant Ltd, part of the Ballyvesey Holdings group, extend their presence in South East England and in the central belt of Scotland respectively.
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