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11/28/2023

Desenvolupament d'una plataforma de Gestió i Optimització de Rutes

L’empresa TRANSPORTS PORQUERES, S.A.U. ha desenvolupat el projecte “Integració d'una plataforma de gestió i optimització de rutes FASE II” que ha estat subvencionat amb el suport d’ACCIÓ en el marc del programa Cupons Indústria 4.0.


El projecte es tracta de l’aplicació d’un model d’optimització en l’assi...

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11/24/2023

TRANSPORT OF NON-HAZARDOUS WASTE

Optimizing Waste Transport: Efficient Management of Special Goods


The world of national and international road transport is full of regulations and specifications, especially when it comes to goods with special characteristics. At TRANSPORTS PORQUERES, we understand not only the importance of these regulati...

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11/9/2023

NEW WINTER EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS FOR TRANSPORT VEHICLES IN FRANCE

Adapting to Change: Complying with Winter Equipment Requirements in the Transport Industry


Road safety is a priority for everyone, and with the arrival of winter, driving conditions can become particularly challenging. In response, France has implemented new legislation aimed a...

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10/31/2023

SUSTAINABLE CALENDAR 2024: COMMITTED TO THE FUTURE.

At Transports Porqueres, we don't just transport goods; we transport commitment and sustainability. We are excited to introduce our Eco-sustainable Calendar, made from recycled material and packed with entertaining puzzles.

 

Our motto says it all: "Sustainability is no game, but our calendar is". As you...

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10/25/2023

THE IMPORTANCE OF INSURING GOODS IN ROAD TRANSPORT: COMMITMENT AND PROTECTION ON EVERY JOURNEY

Ensuring safety in full loads, whether bulk or palletized. 

 

In the field of road freight transport, one of the most crucial and often underestimated issues is the insurance of goods. The use of the moving floor, for instance, has revolutionized the way goods are loaded and unloaded, especially in bulk. From a transport company's pers...

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10/10/2023

STRATEGIES TO REDUCE FUEL CONSUMPTION IN ROAD TRANSPORT

Maximizing Efficiency on the Road: Achieving Sustainable and Profitable Transportation 

 

The road transport sector is vital for the global economy, enabling the movement of goods, whether palletized or in bulk. However, with the constant rise in fuel prices and the need to reduce our carbon footprint, it's essential to adopt strategies to cut fuel consu...

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09/29/2023

THE COMMUNITY LICENCE: AN OPEN DOOR TO INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORT WITHIN THE EUROPEAN UNION

Transports Porqueres: Promoting barrier-free mobility to provide you with quality road transport.

 

The borders within the European Union (EU) have become increasingly permeable in terms of trade and transport. For transport companies seeking to expand their operations beyond national boundaries, the Community License is an indispensable do...

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09/12/2023

HOW TO PREVENT THEFTS FROM TRUCKERS ON THE ROUTE BETWEEN SPAIN AND FRANCE

Ensuring Security in International Freight Transport: Key Strategies to Protect Your Truck

 

Security is paramount in the freight transport sector, and at Transports Porqueres we are aware of the importance of ensuring that each shipment arrives at its destination safely and efficiently. Road transport, especially on international routes like the one connecti...

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08/28/2023

NEXT GENERATION IN LAND FREIGHT TRANSPORT: THE SECOND GENERATION SMART TACHOGRAPH

Digital Revolution in International Road Freight Transport

 

Tachographs and their renewal in the Transport sector

 

The world of transportation is constantly evolving and adapting to new regulations and technologies. One of the most recent, drawing significant attention, is the new law on the installation of second-generat...

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08/18/2023

CURIOUS FACTS ABOUT LAND TRANSPORT

Journey to the Heart of the Road with Transports Porqueres 

 

At Transports Porqueres, we specialize in the road transport of bulk and/or palletized goods for the national territory and within the EU. Land transportation has been a fundamental piece in the development of our modern societies. Behind this sector there are astonishing stories and data. T...

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07/21/2023

LAW ON TRANSPORT DELAY PAYMENT: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

TRANSFORMING THE TRANSPORT SECTOR: A NEW LAW ON THE HORIZON 

 

At Transports Porqueres S.A.U., we specialize in bulk and palletized freight transportation by road, both nationally and within the European Union. As significant players in this sector, we understand the impact that laws and regulations can have on our operations and those of our clients. Th...

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07/10/2023

TRANSPORTS PORQUERES: OPTIMIZING THE STORAGE OF PAPER ROLLS WITH BALE CLAMP FORKLIFTS

Enhance the efficiency of your warehouse in Banyoles, Girona, with bale clamp forklifts.

 

Efficient material management is crucial in paper roll warehouses to maintain productivity and smooth operations. The clamp pallet truck for carrying rolls is an essential tool in this environment, facilitating the handling and transportation of paper rolls quickly and ...

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05/17/2023

MOBILE FLOOR: THE KEY TO EFFICIENT WASTE TRANSPORT

With each load, a step further towards sustainable recycling

 

Today, on World Recycling Day, we pause to reflect on the crucial role we play in the life cycle of materials. As a heavy haulage transport company, we are a key link in the recycling chain, facilitating the movement of non-hazardous waste from generation sites to treatment centers.

Our mobile floor trucks...

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04/26/2023

CELEBRATING 63 YEARS OF HISTORY!

From the cart to the fleet of walking floor trucks: Transports Porqueres and its legacy of excellence in road freight transport in its 63-year history


At Transports Porqueres, SAU, we are dedicated to road transport, specifically in bulk and/or palletized full loads for the national te...

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03/27/2023

HOW SHOULD A SERVICE AREA BE TO BE IDEAL?

Transports Porqueres, S.A.U. is a company dedicated to the transports of goods by road that operates both nationally and within the European Union. This drives us to the fact that lots of our professional drivers do not spend the night at home and, therefore, they must use the services offered in the service areas. But what should an optimal service area be like? What c...

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03/8/2023

MARCH 08TH INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY

As every year and in order not to lose the tradition, today 08-03 the women of TRANSPORTS PORQUERES have gone to lunch all together to celebrate this special day leaving our colleagues at the foot of the barrel for a few hours😉.

Sharing special dates strengthens team and inter-section bonds as we unite the women from the different departm...

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01/29/2023

SNOW DRIVING ADVICE

Cold weather is around the corner and, consequently, not only ice and snow debris, but also wind and rain are starting to be noticed on the road. Driving a truck under these conditions is not an easy task, therefore, it is of the utmost importance not to lower our guard.

Road goods transporters need to be extremely cautious and, therefore,...

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12/24/2021

How Christmas affects road transport

As you will have deduced, logistics companies have an extra workload during the Christmas holidays.

But as we say at Transports Porqueres, new needs must be met with more organisation. One of the advantages of this period is that the increase in workload is predictable. In this way, we can plan our response in advance. Some companies have defined their strategy for this time of year. Othe...

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11/13/2021

New amendments to the R.G. of circulation, the R. G. of vehicles and the R. G. of drivers.

The Council of Ministers has just approved two Royal Decrees modifying, on the one hand, both the General Road Traffic Regulations and the General Vehicle Regulations and, on the other, the General Driver Regulations. If you want to find out about all the changes, how they affect you and when they come into force, don't miss this new article we have prepared for you.



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10/30/2021

What are the advantages of outsourcing logistics?

Once a company has the perfect idea, the right product, knows what its customer's needs are and everything fits perfectly, the same question always comes up: how to reach these customers?


From small businesses and startups to the most consolidated large companies, solving external logistics properly is a major need to ensure the future of the company.


All compa...

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07/30/2021

Spain ranks 84th in exports and 67th in imports, in terms of world GDP.

Out of a total of 191 countries, Spain ranks 27th in terms of exports and 67th in terms of imports.


With an increase of 1.54% compared to 2018, throughout 2019 sales to third countries accounted for nearly 25% of Spanish GDP, with France, Germany and Italy being the main destination countries.


We find a great variety in terms of exported items:


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06/30/2021

The digital transport document is getting closer and closer

When it comes to CMRs, consignment notes and transport control documents, many people are still surprised that they are still handled on paper and not digitally.


The exchange of paper documents is a contagion risk for all employees who have to handle paper, and the standardisation of the "virtualisation" of documents will be a breakthrough for the industry, in addition to the m...

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05/29/2021

New measures in the field of road transport

REGULATION (EU) 2020/698 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 25 May 2020 laying down specific and temporary measures in the field of road transport following the outbreak of COVID-19 has been published in the Official Journal of the European Union.


You can consult the entire regulation by clicking here.


On the other hand, and to facilitate ...

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08/20/2020

All about what's new in the Driving and Resting Time Regulations 2020

NEW FEATURES OF THE REGULATION ON DRIVING TIME AND REST PERIODS FOR PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS.


Today the new regulation comes into force which regulates the maximum driving time and rest periods for professional drivers during their working day (weekly) as well as the minimum breaks they must take.


This was made official by the Journal of the European Union on 31 ...

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04/30/2020

How Covid-19 is affecting the road haulage sector

We are currently in a complex situation which, in one way or another, has had a global impact on all market sectors. In the case of road freight transport, despite being considered an essential activity, it is also suffering from economic paralysis as a result of the state of alarm.


The workload of transport companies has decreased considerably due to the lack of activity of ou...

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