Denholm Environmental’s current fleet runs across four locations, Invergordon, Inverurie, Grangemouth and Carlisle and includes 15 tractor units, 14 of which are Renault Trucks, as well as a mixed fleet of 30 rigid vacuum tankers of various chassis. The latest Renault trucks will be based out of the Grangemouth and Invergordon sites and will predominantly be utilised for tanker haulage and waste management work nationwide as well as occasional general haulage of Denholm Environmental’s own goods.
Commenting on the decision to add the new vehicles to the fleet, Brian Ritchie, Managing Director, Denholm Environmental Limited says: “Business has been reasonable throughout 2022 and we have continued to invest in line with our ambitious growth strategy to meet future expectations. As part of our ongoing investment, we renew our tractor units on a 5 yearly basis regardless of mileage and condition to keep our fleet tidy and modern.”
Brian continues: “We work to exacting standards to ensure that we meet our client’s needs, even in some of the most challenging and hostile environments, both on and offshore. It is therefore vital that our vehicles are up to the job. We’ve had several Renault Trucks rigids over the years, ranging from 2009 models up to our most recent additions and we’ve always been happy with the performance together with the exceptional maintenance service.”
The T480 High is fitted with Alcoa Dura-Bright aluminium wheels, roof-mounted twin air horns and 6 spot light bar. Inside the cab, the T High features microwave, cab, 40L fridge, comfort air conditioning and leather steering wheel.
Also equipped for comfort, the T440 6x2s are fitted with heated “comfort” seat, air suspension, air conditioning and leather steering wheel.
All three vehicles are specified with Eco pack including Optiroll and Optivision, which utilises stored road topography data to optimise gear selection and vehicle speed to reduce fuel consumption.
Keeping their drivers happy is important to Denholm Environmental, as Brian says: “The drivers are out working in challenging conditions so it’s essential that the vehicles fit the bill. Overall, our drivers are happy; they find the Renault trucks comfortable and in general, very good to drive.”
Commenting on the service received from Renault Trucks Scotland, Brian says: “The trucks are always maintained to the highest standards, minimising downtime. The staff are highly skilled and knowledgeable, and very friendly and helpful too. Overall, we are delighted with the service and vehicles and have three T440 6x2ML on order for delivery next year.”