Bonnet expands European charging network

Bonnet has expanded its European charging network, adding more than 16,000 charge points to its app through a partnership with Enel X Way.

With the addition of Enel X Way, Bonnet users have access to 24 networks and more than 90,000 connections across Europe.

The new partnership will allow both Italian and other European drivers to charge across Italy.

Patrick Reich, chief executive officer and co-founder of Bonnet, said: “This announcement also marks an exciting moment for Bonnet as we further accelerate our offer of being the easiest and most affordable way to recharge a car or van in Europe.”

Enel X Way is the latest charging network to be added to Bonnet, following MFG EV Power in the UK and Italian network FTX both joining at the end of 2022.

Marque Group partners with Digital INNK

The Marque Group has partnered with Digital INNK to help enhance driver compliance procedures and keep its employees safe.

Marque Group works with brands across the UK, Germany, Australia and New Zealand, using data integrations to deliver automotive solutions.

Rhys Davies, chief financial officer at Marque Group, said: “As Marque Group Solutions (part of Marque Group) continues to enhance and transform its compliance policies and procedures, it was evident that the business's current HR platforms still relied upon manual processes for validating the eligibility of employees to drive for business purposes.

“Digital INNK provided an automated solution that is embedded into our compliance processes, and the set-up and implementation process were seamless. 

"It's been a great partnership between the companies as we continually evolve to offer SaaS solutions to the automotive and mobility sector.”

Nissan Pat Kirk supplies new Nissan Leafs to training company

The team at Nissan Pat Kirk in Omagh have supplied 21 Training with six new Nissan Leafs.

The Acenta trim-level vehicles are being delivered to the training organisation that helps school leavers, job seekers, employees and employers develop their skills with nationally recognised qualifications and employability support.

As well as the vehicles, 21 Training ordered accompanying wall box chargers. The Leafs were given new livery by Signal Signs of Omagh and will be delivered to 21 Training’s branch in Strabane.

Peter McDermott, sales manager at Nissan Pat Kirk, said: “‘It has been a pleasure working with Kieran Kennedy, Mia Coyle, and all the team at 21 Training. We hope this will be the start of a long and fruitful partnership.’’

Nissan said tutors from 21 Training will be using the vehicles when visiting employers and employees across Northern Ireland across sectors including hair and beauty, manufacturing, food, hospitality, retail and warehousing.

GDK Accident Repair Centres partners with JDK Technology

Gemini Accident Repair Centres have partnered with JDK Technology to allow the company to capture images throughout the lifetime of a customer claim.

JDK Technology said once a vehicle is onsite, Gemini use the JDK Technology Workshop app to capture images of driver collection, courtesy car issued, estimator, workshop, quality check, handover and courtesy car returned.

Paul Smith, head of performance and operations at Gemini, said: “Partnering with JDK Technology has streamlined our imaging process across the entire footprint of a claim.

“The solution is quick, simple to use and has enabled us to standardise a fragmented process.

“The efficiency savings in time and enhancements in customer service made the decision to partner with JDK an easy one.

“JDK have supported the rollout across all our sites, and we are now realising the full benefits from a top, forward-thinking solution.  We intend to collaborate with JDK further on more innovative solutions that will help our business.”

12-year-old fan enjoys day out at AO’s logistics HQ

A 12-year-old boy from Gloucestershire recently enjoyed a day out at online electricals retailer AO’s logistics HQ.

After learning that Fenn, from the Forest of Dean, was a fan of its green vans, AO invited his parents and his three brothers to its logistics hub on Weston Road in Crewe for his 12th birthday.

The company said Fenn, who has a rare form of complex intractable epilepsy, has always wanted to see the green delivery fleet up close so his mum Sally reached out to AO, explaining his fascination with the vehicles.

The morning started with the chance to explore the cab of an articulated truck and a smaller 3.5 tonne van. As well as seeing the vehicles up close, Fenn and his brothers went for a spin around the AO site.

This was followed by a tour of the 360,000 square foot Alpha warehouse, where appliances are picked and loaded before being delivered to customers across the county.

The boys, aged 7, 10, 12 and 14, received a gift bag full of green goodies, including their own Christmas jumpers and van toy to take home.

Lynne Wood, director of service delivery at AO Logistics, said: “When we heard about Fenn and his love for our vans, we knew we had to do something special to celebrate his big day. We hope the whole family enjoyed the experience, and we wish them all the best this Christmas.”

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