Cutting fleet by 30% helps boost profits by 24%
12th May 2010
ACS&T achieved a 24% increase in pre-tax profits in 2009, thanks in part to finding cost-savings in its fleet, according to MD Malcolm Johnstone. ACS&T have made a 30% fleet reduction and switched to working with subcontractors to haul some products. Other cost savings included reducing management and administration staffing numbers.
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