Michelin Solutions Seals DS Smith Deal

Paper and corrugated packaging producer DS Smith is rolling out Michelin solutions’ trailer telematics programme across its 207-strong fleet, after reporting zero trailer tyre-related breakdowns during a 40-unit, six-month pilot project. The EFFITRAILER telematics units are being fitted to 207 single-deck SDC Trailers curtain siders as factory-fit original equipment, and delivered as part of a rolling 18-month fleet renewal.

Featuring an on-board datalink, tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and electronic braking system (EBS) data analysis, EFFITRAILER provides constant geolocation. Mar...