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The latest news roundup from the SMMT.
Recent robust registration trend extends to April
Last week the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has published bus and coach registration data for April and the first quarter of this year. The figures show better volumes than expected for big buses. Big coach registrations also continue at surprisingly high levels and there is a continued growth trend for midibuses and the heaviest minibuses. "This year's bus and coach registrations are very encouraging with big coach registrations stable too," said Paul Everitt, SMMT chief executive. "The resilient big bus figures are a welcome contrast to last year and may bode well for the whole of this year. Separately, the SMMT is keen to work with the new Mayor for London and better understand his plans for transport in the capital. This will be an important factor in determining future demand and technology requirements."
More from Robin Dickeson on +44 (0)2 073 449 222 or rdickeson@smmt.co.uk
CILT wants supply chain professionals for Burma
The UK's Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK says there is desperate need for logistics professionals, both in Burma and here in the UK, to help with the humanitarian relief effort in the aftermath of the recent cyclone. CILT is working with its Humanitarian and Emergency Logistics Professionals Forum members and the charity RedR to find experienced professional humanitarian logisticians to aid the stricken country. There has been immense damage to the logistics infrastructure in Burma with roads, bridges and harbours destroyed.
More from David Jinks on +44 (0)1 536 740 117 or david.jinks@ciltuk.org.uk
Trucks underpin strong April registrations
Last week's figures from the SMMT show that total commercial vehicle registrations were up 4.4% in April and up 5.9% to 396,524 for the rolling year. Within that, trucks were up 29.9% in April and up 24.8% to 56,436 for the rolling year. Vans were up 0.5% for the month and up 3.3% to 340,088 for the rolling year. "Buoyant truck registrations are welcome and strong order books suggest the trend will continue through the year," said Paul Everitt, SMMT chief executive. "Van registrations are up too, though more modestly and again, we expect to see the order and registration pattern continue in the next few months on the back of that strong demand."
More from Robin Dickeson on +44 (0)2 073 449 222 or rdickeson@smmt.co.uk
Schmitz delivers for Maxim
Maxim Logistics, the Corby-based storage and logistics specialist has taken two new Freepost pillar-less curtain side trailers from Schmitz Cargobull. The trailers will work across the UK delivering palletised loads of raw materials for Maxim's customers in the food industry.
More from Lloyd Arkil on +44 923 777 897 or lloyd@am-pr.net
Don't pay the penalty
Chevin Fleet Solutions says it now offers a complete parking ticket management system, the PCNPAL. The firm says this will help transport managers monitor, challenge and overturn Penalty Charge Notices, which are issued in increasing numbers and often catch vehicles that are legitimately delivering goods or providing services at the time.
More from David Hart on +44 (0)1 773 821 992 or david.hart@chevinfleet.com
Rogers sells Schmitz in Ireland
Stephen Rogers is the new area sales manager for Schmitz Cargobull in Ireland. Based in Dungannon, County Tyrone he is responsible for the firm's sales and customer relations across the Irish trailer market.
More from Lloyd Arkil on +44 923 777 897 or lloyd@am-pr.net
Automated door system cuts costs
Maple Fleet Services says the Actuall Door Systems automated roller shutter door opening and closing system cuts operating costs by reducing wear and tear. Maple's nationwide engineering team will fit and support the kit to any roller shutter door, automating the opening and closing process. "This extends the life of the roller shutter door and cuts the amount of daily physical work for the driver," said Jonathan Richards, marketing manager. "It should also cut downtime and help a firm discharge its duty of care to its employees." The firm launched the Netherlands-built system at the recent CV Show and has been busy dealing with enquiries ever since.
More from Jonathan Richards on +44 (0)8 706 062 753 or jonathan.richards@maplefleetservice.co.uk
New boss for Volvo UK and Ireland
Göran Nyberg is the Volvo Truck's new regional managing director, UK and Ireland. He reports to Claes Nilsson, president of the firm's European Division and succeeds Markku Olkinuora, who moves to commercial trucks director for Volvo Truck Corporation's European Division after four years in the UK. Nyberg starts his new job in Warwick this September, following a stint as managing director for Volvo Asia Truck Operations, Malaysia and Thailand.
More from Amanda Hiatt on +44 (0)1 926 414 365 or amanda.hiatt@volvo.com
Lang spends £5.2m on efficiency
CJ Lang and Son Ltd of Dundee is to combine its ambient and temperature-controlled distribution centres on one site rather than continue to run the present two. The move, part of a £5.2m plan due for completion in January 2009 should deliver increasing efficiency. As part of this, the firm has also just bought ten new trucks, all with Gray & Adams bodywork. Lang, which says it is Scotland's largest independent retailing and distribution company, supplies all 396 Spar grocery shops across the country.
More from Laura Dougan on +44 (0)2 890 342 160 or l.dougan@grayadamsireland.com
Alternative fuels - fact and fiction
The Institute of Road Transport Engineers plans a seminar on alternative fuels on Thursday 15 May at the Saturn Conference Centre, Coventry. Called Alternative Fuels - Fact and Fiction, the event runs from 1330 to 1700 and costs just £40 (+VAT) a head for IRTE members and £75(+VAT) a head for non-members. "Alternative fuels are seen by many as the answer to all of our energy conservation issues, however the reality is not such a clear-cut solution." says the Melanie Skelton at the IRTE. "Confirmed topics include hybrid systems and natural lubricants with tremendous possibilities for reducing costs and environmental impact."
More from Melanie Skelton on +44 (0)2 076 301 111 or melanie.skelton@soe.org.uk
Bus stimulator
If you thought you always wanted to drive a bus or run a bus company, but wanted to dip a toe in the water before going for the real thing, help is at hand. According to Play.com, its Bus Simulator 2008 game gets you behind the wheels of lots of different buses. The game offers 34 missions in a fictional city and tracks the number of passengers and your ability to keep to a timetable. It will penalise reckless driving and unpunctuality and encourage you to invest in ad campaigns to attract more passengers and more income. So if you think you've got what it takes to become the next bus entrepreneur this may help you find out before you inflict your theories on lots of unsuspecting passengers. And all this comes for an 'investment' of £14.99.
More from Play.com on +44 (0)8 458 001 020 or www.play.com
More trailers for West Lothian meat firm
Meat processors, Grampian Country Pork Halls Ltd of Aberdeen have won permission to increase the number of trailers they have based at its Broxburn operating centre from 20 to 35. The maximum number of vehicles permitted at the site is now set at 40. Richard Hamilton McFarlane, deputy traffic commissioner for Scotland approved the company's application but set limits on the time that trailer refrigeration units might run on diesel power when on the site.
More from www.coi.gov.uk
Slovakia to join euro zone 2009
The European Commission just said that Slovakia meets the criteria for adopting the euro. It has now made a proposal to the Council that the country adopt the currency in 2009.
More from www.smmt.co.uk
PowerTrap offers LEZ solution
Diesel emission technology firm Per-Tec says its unique, retro-fittable particulate reduction device; called PowerTrap offers an efficient solution to Low Emission Zone compliance. Per-Tec says the device means operators can enter and work within the zone. "This is the only British technology to gain approval," says Peter Kukla, Per-Tec founder. "The device uses patented filter technology to deliver significant benefits over competitive systems: It can't block, isn't temperature dependant and is a 'fit and forget' system with no adverse effect on fuel economy." The PowerTrap system is available for the most urgent need - converting Euro 2 vehicles to Euro 3 particulate emissions standards, though the firm plans further range extensions.
More from Ben Brookes on +44 (0)7 730 600 483 or ben@vigourcommunications.co.uk
US fuel economy technology comes to the UK
Microlon Europe says it will test its US developed resin-based friction modifier at the UK's Millbrook proving ground in the next few days as part of its UK launch process. Stuart Crane, managing director of Microlon Europe Ltd, the sole distributor for Europe and Russia says Microlon is a tried and tested product already used widely in the United States. The technology works by cutting the friction between moving parts throughout an engine, which is given one 'lifetime' treatment. "Extensive testing in the US shows typical average fuel savings of 15% a truck." He expects the two-week test at Millbrook to give similar results. The cost to treat a 13 litre diesel engine will typically be £527.00.
More from Stuart Crane, on +44 01 598 740 685 or stuart.crane@thewholeshootingmatch.co.uk
Wabco puts the brakes on Allgäuer
Wabco just said it will continue its successful partnership with European truck racing's Team Allgäuer. The firm has supported European Truck Champion Egon Allgäuer's MAN-based team since 2001, supplying braking technology which it says has 'significantly improved' the competitiveness of Team Allgäuer's race trucks. "Reliable high performance braking technology is crucial for a team's success on the racetrack", says Egon Allgäuer. This year's ten round European truck racing started on 10 May at Barcelona's Circuit de Catalunya. Preliminary result say Czech driver David Vrsecky won the first round in his Freightliner, to collect 49 points.
More from Mike Thompson on +32 (2) 663 9854 or mike.thompson@wabco-auto.com
Traffic commissioner stops Edinburgh coach firm
Joan Aitken, Scottish traffic commissioner has put Browns of Edinburgh out of business and banned its owner, Alistair Brown, from holding a public service vehicle operator licence for four years, following a Public Inquiry. Aitken found that the operators of the firm had lied and falsified tachograph records and drivers' hours, breached the European Working Time Directive and potentially put other road users at risk. Vosa had investigated a complaint from an aggrieved ex-driver that Brown's had used ghost names on tachograph charts to hide drivers' hours offences. The firm has a 15 strong coach fleet.
More from www.coi.gov.uk
Bosch hits targets
The Bosch Group says it's sales revenue rose by 6% in its 2007 financial and calendar year to €46.3bn The firm says it hit its sales and earning targets and expects 2008 will bring 'generally positive developments' for its business despite a less favourable economic environment. Bosch says it will plan to spend €2.9bn to expand its Asian activities over the next two years. In Germany the growth of its Abstatt engineering centre will create up to 800 new jobs.
More from Chris Wakley on +44 (0)2 074 948 050 or cwakley@automotivepr.com
New boss for CFC
Neville Briggs is the new managing director at fleet software firm CFC Solutions. Briggs already holds and will keep the same role at CFC's sister company, Pinewood Computer Solutions, which says it is the market leader in on-demand dealer management systems for car dealers.
More from Simon Wells on +44 (0)1 283 711 311 simon@paperchasepr.co.uk
Menzies tries Modec in central London
Menzies Distribution is the first newspaper distribution firm to run a Modec electric truck, with a 5.5 tonner working out of one of the company's central London depots. If the trial succeeds, more Modecs may join Menzies' 500-strong van and truck fleet. "It's the perfect environment to really put the Modec through its paces, whilst enjoying a range of additional benefits including a 100% discount from the Congestion Charge," said Stuart McLean, logistics manager at Menzies Distribution. The truck will do up to 30 morning deliveries across the Westminster area, starting at 4.30am. Each afternoon it will collect express parcels for Menzies Aviation's central sorting depot. Supplied on a five year full service contract hire deal by Fraikin, the Modec has bodywork by Tekbo of Glasgow and a custom-livery sponsored by the Guardian.
More from James Keeler on +44 (0)2 083 991 184 or jk@garnett-keeler.com
Preliminary results from Stobart
The Stobart Group just announced its preliminary results for the fourteen months ended 29 February 2008. These show a revenue of £108.8m and a profit before tax of £3.5m. Andrew Tinkler, chief executive says the fourteen months have seen the successful merger of Westbury Property Fund Limited and Eddie Stobart Limited to create Stobart Group Limited and the acquisition of O'Connor Group, a leading inland container terminal operator. The result, Tinkler says, is a multimodal logistics group combining road, rail and port expertise.
More from Karen Mignon on +44 (0)2 072 943 685 or karenm@lansons.com
Damage dents used van values
Alex Wright, sales director, commercial vehicles at Manheim Auctions says that with wholesale used van volumes healthy, buyers tell him that the condition of a used van drives buyers bidding levels or, in exceptional cases, whether they bid at all. "Current supply levels permit buyers to exercise this choice, in order to minimise their reconditioning and repair costs whilst optimising turnover." Whilst the market has been strong over the last two years, buyers have accepted damage repair costs but now with more vans available and increasing emphasis on end of life condition the pendulum is swinging back. "In 2008 damage is the single, biggest issue and will require careful consideration when setting reserve prices or reviewing provisional bids."
More from Andrew Andersz on +44 (0)1 865 343 100 or andrew.andersz@thejjgroup.com
And finally.
New Scientist's Feedback page reports that reader Anne Anderson spotted an advertisement in the London Radio Times that told her Thompson & Morgan tomatoes are "bred using traditional methods, not genetics."
More from www.newscientist.com
Last week the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has published bus and coach registration data for April and the first quarter of this year. The figures show better volumes than expected for big buses. Big coach registrations also continue at surprisingly high levels and there is a continued growth trend for midibuses and the heaviest minibuses. "This year's bus and coach registrations are very encouraging with big coach registrations stable too," said Paul Everitt, SMMT chief executive. "The resilient big bus figures are a welcome contrast to last year and may bode well for the whole of this year. Separately, the SMMT is keen to work with the new Mayor for London and better understand his plans for transport in the capital. This will be an important factor in determining future demand and technology requirements."
More from Robin Dickeson on +44 (0)2 073 449 222 or rdickeson@smmt.co.uk
CILT wants supply chain professionals for Burma
The UK's Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK says there is desperate need for logistics professionals, both in Burma and here in the UK, to help with the humanitarian relief effort in the aftermath of the recent cyclone. CILT is working with its Humanitarian and Emergency Logistics Professionals Forum members and the charity RedR to find experienced professional humanitarian logisticians to aid the stricken country. There has been immense damage to the logistics infrastructure in Burma with roads, bridges and harbours destroyed.
More from David Jinks on +44 (0)1 536 740 117 or david.jinks@ciltuk.org.uk
Trucks underpin strong April registrations
Last week's figures from the SMMT show that total commercial vehicle registrations were up 4.4% in April and up 5.9% to 396,524 for the rolling year. Within that, trucks were up 29.9% in April and up 24.8% to 56,436 for the rolling year. Vans were up 0.5% for the month and up 3.3% to 340,088 for the rolling year. "Buoyant truck registrations are welcome and strong order books suggest the trend will continue through the year," said Paul Everitt, SMMT chief executive. "Van registrations are up too, though more modestly and again, we expect to see the order and registration pattern continue in the next few months on the back of that strong demand."
More from Robin Dickeson on +44 (0)2 073 449 222 or rdickeson@smmt.co.uk
Schmitz delivers for Maxim
Maxim Logistics, the Corby-based storage and logistics specialist has taken two new Freepost pillar-less curtain side trailers from Schmitz Cargobull. The trailers will work across the UK delivering palletised loads of raw materials for Maxim's customers in the food industry.
More from Lloyd Arkil on +44 923 777 897 or lloyd@am-pr.net
Don't pay the penalty
Chevin Fleet Solutions says it now offers a complete parking ticket management system, the PCNPAL. The firm says this will help transport managers monitor, challenge and overturn Penalty Charge Notices, which are issued in increasing numbers and often catch vehicles that are legitimately delivering goods or providing services at the time.
More from David Hart on +44 (0)1 773 821 992 or david.hart@chevinfleet.com
Rogers sells Schmitz in Ireland
Stephen Rogers is the new area sales manager for Schmitz Cargobull in Ireland. Based in Dungannon, County Tyrone he is responsible for the firm's sales and customer relations across the Irish trailer market.
More from Lloyd Arkil on +44 923 777 897 or lloyd@am-pr.net
Automated door system cuts costs
Maple Fleet Services says the Actuall Door Systems automated roller shutter door opening and closing system cuts operating costs by reducing wear and tear. Maple's nationwide engineering team will fit and support the kit to any roller shutter door, automating the opening and closing process. "This extends the life of the roller shutter door and cuts the amount of daily physical work for the driver," said Jonathan Richards, marketing manager. "It should also cut downtime and help a firm discharge its duty of care to its employees." The firm launched the Netherlands-built system at the recent CV Show and has been busy dealing with enquiries ever since.
More from Jonathan Richards on +44 (0)8 706 062 753 or jonathan.richards@maplefleetservice.co.uk
New boss for Volvo UK and Ireland
Göran Nyberg is the Volvo Truck's new regional managing director, UK and Ireland. He reports to Claes Nilsson, president of the firm's European Division and succeeds Markku Olkinuora, who moves to commercial trucks director for Volvo Truck Corporation's European Division after four years in the UK. Nyberg starts his new job in Warwick this September, following a stint as managing director for Volvo Asia Truck Operations, Malaysia and Thailand.
More from Amanda Hiatt on +44 (0)1 926 414 365 or amanda.hiatt@volvo.com
Lang spends £5.2m on efficiency
CJ Lang and Son Ltd of Dundee is to combine its ambient and temperature-controlled distribution centres on one site rather than continue to run the present two. The move, part of a £5.2m plan due for completion in January 2009 should deliver increasing efficiency. As part of this, the firm has also just bought ten new trucks, all with Gray & Adams bodywork. Lang, which says it is Scotland's largest independent retailing and distribution company, supplies all 396 Spar grocery shops across the country.
More from Laura Dougan on +44 (0)2 890 342 160 or l.dougan@grayadamsireland.com
Alternative fuels - fact and fiction
The Institute of Road Transport Engineers plans a seminar on alternative fuels on Thursday 15 May at the Saturn Conference Centre, Coventry. Called Alternative Fuels - Fact and Fiction, the event runs from 1330 to 1700 and costs just £40 (+VAT) a head for IRTE members and £75(+VAT) a head for non-members. "Alternative fuels are seen by many as the answer to all of our energy conservation issues, however the reality is not such a clear-cut solution." says the Melanie Skelton at the IRTE. "Confirmed topics include hybrid systems and natural lubricants with tremendous possibilities for reducing costs and environmental impact."
More from Melanie Skelton on +44 (0)2 076 301 111 or melanie.skelton@soe.org.uk
Bus stimulator
If you thought you always wanted to drive a bus or run a bus company, but wanted to dip a toe in the water before going for the real thing, help is at hand. According to Play.com, its Bus Simulator 2008 game gets you behind the wheels of lots of different buses. The game offers 34 missions in a fictional city and tracks the number of passengers and your ability to keep to a timetable. It will penalise reckless driving and unpunctuality and encourage you to invest in ad campaigns to attract more passengers and more income. So if you think you've got what it takes to become the next bus entrepreneur this may help you find out before you inflict your theories on lots of unsuspecting passengers. And all this comes for an 'investment' of £14.99.
More from Play.com on +44 (0)8 458 001 020 or www.play.com
More trailers for West Lothian meat firm
Meat processors, Grampian Country Pork Halls Ltd of Aberdeen have won permission to increase the number of trailers they have based at its Broxburn operating centre from 20 to 35. The maximum number of vehicles permitted at the site is now set at 40. Richard Hamilton McFarlane, deputy traffic commissioner for Scotland approved the company's application but set limits on the time that trailer refrigeration units might run on diesel power when on the site.
More from www.coi.gov.uk
Slovakia to join euro zone 2009
The European Commission just said that Slovakia meets the criteria for adopting the euro. It has now made a proposal to the Council that the country adopt the currency in 2009.
More from www.smmt.co.uk
PowerTrap offers LEZ solution
Diesel emission technology firm Per-Tec says its unique, retro-fittable particulate reduction device; called PowerTrap offers an efficient solution to Low Emission Zone compliance. Per-Tec says the device means operators can enter and work within the zone. "This is the only British technology to gain approval," says Peter Kukla, Per-Tec founder. "The device uses patented filter technology to deliver significant benefits over competitive systems: It can't block, isn't temperature dependant and is a 'fit and forget' system with no adverse effect on fuel economy." The PowerTrap system is available for the most urgent need - converting Euro 2 vehicles to Euro 3 particulate emissions standards, though the firm plans further range extensions.
More from Ben Brookes on +44 (0)7 730 600 483 or ben@vigourcommunications.co.uk
US fuel economy technology comes to the UK
Microlon Europe says it will test its US developed resin-based friction modifier at the UK's Millbrook proving ground in the next few days as part of its UK launch process. Stuart Crane, managing director of Microlon Europe Ltd, the sole distributor for Europe and Russia says Microlon is a tried and tested product already used widely in the United States. The technology works by cutting the friction between moving parts throughout an engine, which is given one 'lifetime' treatment. "Extensive testing in the US shows typical average fuel savings of 15% a truck." He expects the two-week test at Millbrook to give similar results. The cost to treat a 13 litre diesel engine will typically be £527.00.
More from Stuart Crane, on +44 01 598 740 685 or stuart.crane@thewholeshootingmatch.co.uk
Wabco puts the brakes on Allgäuer
Wabco just said it will continue its successful partnership with European truck racing's Team Allgäuer. The firm has supported European Truck Champion Egon Allgäuer's MAN-based team since 2001, supplying braking technology which it says has 'significantly improved' the competitiveness of Team Allgäuer's race trucks. "Reliable high performance braking technology is crucial for a team's success on the racetrack", says Egon Allgäuer. This year's ten round European truck racing started on 10 May at Barcelona's Circuit de Catalunya. Preliminary result say Czech driver David Vrsecky won the first round in his Freightliner, to collect 49 points.
More from Mike Thompson on +32 (2) 663 9854 or mike.thompson@wabco-auto.com
Traffic commissioner stops Edinburgh coach firm
Joan Aitken, Scottish traffic commissioner has put Browns of Edinburgh out of business and banned its owner, Alistair Brown, from holding a public service vehicle operator licence for four years, following a Public Inquiry. Aitken found that the operators of the firm had lied and falsified tachograph records and drivers' hours, breached the European Working Time Directive and potentially put other road users at risk. Vosa had investigated a complaint from an aggrieved ex-driver that Brown's had used ghost names on tachograph charts to hide drivers' hours offences. The firm has a 15 strong coach fleet.
More from www.coi.gov.uk
Bosch hits targets
The Bosch Group says it's sales revenue rose by 6% in its 2007 financial and calendar year to €46.3bn The firm says it hit its sales and earning targets and expects 2008 will bring 'generally positive developments' for its business despite a less favourable economic environment. Bosch says it will plan to spend €2.9bn to expand its Asian activities over the next two years. In Germany the growth of its Abstatt engineering centre will create up to 800 new jobs.
More from Chris Wakley on +44 (0)2 074 948 050 or cwakley@automotivepr.com
New boss for CFC
Neville Briggs is the new managing director at fleet software firm CFC Solutions. Briggs already holds and will keep the same role at CFC's sister company, Pinewood Computer Solutions, which says it is the market leader in on-demand dealer management systems for car dealers.
More from Simon Wells on +44 (0)1 283 711 311 simon@paperchasepr.co.uk
Menzies tries Modec in central London
Menzies Distribution is the first newspaper distribution firm to run a Modec electric truck, with a 5.5 tonner working out of one of the company's central London depots. If the trial succeeds, more Modecs may join Menzies' 500-strong van and truck fleet. "It's the perfect environment to really put the Modec through its paces, whilst enjoying a range of additional benefits including a 100% discount from the Congestion Charge," said Stuart McLean, logistics manager at Menzies Distribution. The truck will do up to 30 morning deliveries across the Westminster area, starting at 4.30am. Each afternoon it will collect express parcels for Menzies Aviation's central sorting depot. Supplied on a five year full service contract hire deal by Fraikin, the Modec has bodywork by Tekbo of Glasgow and a custom-livery sponsored by the Guardian.
More from James Keeler on +44 (0)2 083 991 184 or jk@garnett-keeler.com
Preliminary results from Stobart
The Stobart Group just announced its preliminary results for the fourteen months ended 29 February 2008. These show a revenue of £108.8m and a profit before tax of £3.5m. Andrew Tinkler, chief executive says the fourteen months have seen the successful merger of Westbury Property Fund Limited and Eddie Stobart Limited to create Stobart Group Limited and the acquisition of O'Connor Group, a leading inland container terminal operator. The result, Tinkler says, is a multimodal logistics group combining road, rail and port expertise.
More from Karen Mignon on +44 (0)2 072 943 685 or karenm@lansons.com
Damage dents used van values
Alex Wright, sales director, commercial vehicles at Manheim Auctions says that with wholesale used van volumes healthy, buyers tell him that the condition of a used van drives buyers bidding levels or, in exceptional cases, whether they bid at all. "Current supply levels permit buyers to exercise this choice, in order to minimise their reconditioning and repair costs whilst optimising turnover." Whilst the market has been strong over the last two years, buyers have accepted damage repair costs but now with more vans available and increasing emphasis on end of life condition the pendulum is swinging back. "In 2008 damage is the single, biggest issue and will require careful consideration when setting reserve prices or reviewing provisional bids."
More from Andrew Andersz on +44 (0)1 865 343 100 or andrew.andersz@thejjgroup.com
And finally.
New Scientist's Feedback page reports that reader Anne Anderson spotted an advertisement in the London Radio Times that told her Thompson & Morgan tomatoes are "bred using traditional methods, not genetics."
More from www.newscientist.com
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