Renault Trucks to replace DAF at GE-BE Transport

Haulage and distribution specialist, Ge-Be Transport, has taken delivery of a new Euro 5 Renault Premium 450.25, through Renault Trucks distributor Thompson Commercials (Boston). The truck is one of a number of new Renault acquisitions, as the company moves away from a predominantly DAF fleet.

The new Renault Premiums are undertaking general haulage, across the country, from the company’s base in Kings Lynn and, with drivers away for up to a week at a time, the Renault Premium’s high quality, comfortable sleeper cab was cited as one of a number of key purchase factors.

Carl Green, Director, Ge-Be Transport explains the decision to move towards Renault Trucks: “We purchased our first Renault Premium with automatic gearbox, in 2007 and have been extremely impressed with its reliability and quality. The truck is in use 24 hours a day, with general haulage during the day and overnight trunking. We haven’t experienced any problems with the vehicle, it is fuel efficient, the drivers’ reports have been fantastic and it looks the part.”

Mr. Green continues, “With the new Euro 5 models, we have noticed an improvement in fuel consumption – this is a particularly important requirement given the distances travelled by our trucks. Given the added benefit that lead times are much shorter with Renault Trucks – we got a great value, high spec. vehicle within a month - Ge-Be will most certainly be looking to purchase Renault trucks over other manufacturers in the future.”

Established in 1982, Ge-Be Transport is a family business which has grown to encompass a fleet of 20 vehicles, operating from its purpose built premises in Kings Lynn. The company is a member of the Palletforce network and undertakes single to multiple pallet consignments, nationwide, on a daily basis.