This year the Association will be launching more new initiatives than ever before including a unique finance plan for hauliers that has been prepared in conjunction with one of the Association's newest Business Partners, the Bank of Scotland.

"We are very excited about this", commented RHA Chief Executive Roger King. "This plan, the details of which will be revealed at the Show, will be a real boon for the haulier, addressing the sometimes thorny issue of financial standing.

"We've been working with the Bank of Scotland for some time now, perfecting a solution which passes the test of acceptability with the relevant authorities".

Visitors to the stand will also be able to see the latest in Digital Tachograph technology. Most Show attendees won't have time to spend going into details on the why's and wherefores of the digitach, but they can leave the RHA stand knowing that their Association can provide the highest quality of training programmes and a full analysis service that equals that currently by the analogue tachograph service.

Another initiative to be launched at the Show will be the RHA/DFF Interactive Vehicle Cost Tables. First published 14 years ago, they are now regarded as the definitive yardstick for the industry and this year's CV show will see them published on-line.

Bring your figures to the RHA Stand and we'll show you how to calculate YOUR costs - free.

On Tuesday 25 April at 11am, the latest RHA sector group, the Rescue and Recovery Group, will be joined by Shadow Transport Minister Owen Paterson who will unveiling a concept recovery vehicle on the Isuzu Truck stand.

And, in addition to all the latest innovations the industry expects from its leading trade association, there will be several new features from RHA Business Partners.

One of the key commodities that all transport operators have in common is of course fuel and Business Partner RHA UK Fuel Services will be on hand to answer questions. So, if you want to buy your fuel in bulk at a competitive price, get a fuelcard that provides excellent RHA member discounts or find out about bunkering services, then RHA UK Fuel Services have the answer. And of course with fuel theft making the headlines, they can offer up to the minute advice on how to keep your fuel safe!

Lost time through lost drivers costs money. To help solve the problem, industry communication specialists, RHA Telecom will be demonstrating their latest satellite vehicle tracking system. With coverage spanning the UK and Europe, and at an extremely competitive price, there really is no reason to lose out because of lost drivers ever again. Ask RHA Telecom for advice - it's free, just like the installation

RHA Computer Services will be showing the Association's answer to efficient management of Working Time regulations, RTD2. Using a manual system this is a big task and, even with the help of a computer, somebody still has to enter all of the details for each employee. The RHA RTD System takes away all of this hard work and makes keeping the working time records simple. Subscription is free for 28 days and there is no charge for the downloadable mobile phone software. Working with the Road Transport Directive couldn't be easier! Come and see RHA Computer Services for more details.

Designed for RHA members, RHA Insurance have developed a range of schemes that really DO provide something for everyone! RHA Truck Master, designed for operators with 1-5 vehicles, RHA Elite Fleet, for the small fleet operator and RHA Fleet Master - designed with the large fleet operator in mind. RHA Insurance can provide comprehensive cover at competitive prices and bespoke insurance packages tailored to suit an operator's specific requirements.

RHA National Training have just published their biggest ever Training Prospectus. Drivers' hours and tachograph regulations, operator licence compliance, Health and Safety, vehicle manoeuvring or customer care, RHA National Training are confident that they really do have it all covered so make sure you pick up your copy from the stand. And, while you're there, why not take ten minutes and get a free on-line Training Needs Analysis. You probably think you don't need extra training . . . you may be surprised!

Even if you don't have much time to spare at this year's Commercial Vehicle Show, make sure you spend some of it with the Road Haulage Association on 4100 in Hall 4. You can be assured of a warm welcome and a good deal.