Convoi Exceptionnel Ltd | Specialists in Abnormal Loads

Permits | Escort Cars | Route Surveys - Throughout the UK & Europe         

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English / French / German speaking staff 

Tel: +44 (0)23 8045 3045 | info@convoi.co.uk

If the lines are busy on 023 80 45 30 45, please call 07740 768 853 or email us

Convoi Exceptionnel Ltd have been in the business of abnormal load permits and escort vehicles for over 40 years. We provide UK and European abnormal load permits / police notifications / dispensations - including :  VR1s / BE16 Authorisation Permits / Special Orders (SMO). We also organise self escort car services and, where necessary, route surveys for: wide loads, high loads, heavy loads and long loads on behalf of our clients.

Ab Load News - Europe

Useful Links for your Abnormal Load movements

* UK ETA - Hauliers / Lorry drivers are not exempt from the ETA requirement. European Nationals (Except British and Irish Nationals) will need to apply for an ETA starting 5 March 2025, and enforcement begins 2 April 2025. Cost £10 / Validity 2 years. The ETA is a digital pre-travel authorisation linked to the applicant’s passport: 

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta#who-can-apply

* London DVS - If you have an existing Direct Vision Standard (DVS) permit for a 0, 1 or 2 star rated HGV: it will expire midnight 27.10.24. The Progressive Safe System (PSS) must be fitted to operate in London from 28.10.24: https://tfl.gov.uk/info-for/deliveries-in-london/delivering-safely/direct-vision-in-heavy-goods-vehicles#progressive
* UK HGV Levy - was suspended until 31.07.23. From 01.08.23 you need to pay the levy before entering the UK if: the truck/combination is not registered in the UK, or it weighs more than 12,000kg:  https://www.gov.uk/hgv-levy

* Prevention of Bridge Strikes - A haulier's responsibility : How to prevent vehicles from hitting bridges - GOV.UK
* HGV Walkaround Check - View the guidance in 22 different languages : 

essential walkaround check information 
* Keeping Commercial Vehicles safe to drive - UK Government Guide : 

Keeping commercial vehicles safe to drive.
* Code of Practice on Securing Loads - https://www.gov.uk/guidance/securing-loads-on-hgvs-and-goods-vehicles
* Code of Practice Lighting & Marking - Code of Practice: Lighting and marking for Special Order, VR1, STGO and C&U loads
* London LEZ/ULEZ - https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/check-your-vehicle/
* FCDO Travel advice - Hauliers should :  Check FCDO travel advice for any country you’re planning to enter
* Green Zones / LEZ charges - and other regulations in cities across Europe:  https://urbanaccessregulations.eu/

• We provide information on all aspects of ab load work in Europe and the UK.
• We advise on the most practical routes for your abnormal loads.
• We make applications on your behalf to the relevant authorities for AIL permits.
• We keep you informed on the progress of applications and when the permits have been issued.
• We ensure all permits reach you safely.
• We provide a continual update of the changing legislation regarding abnormal loads in Europe.
• We have an extensive pilot car service throughout Europe. Take a look at 'Escort Car Services' for our escort vehicle specification.

Customers all over Europe!

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