Ryder System announced that it has been selected as the outsourced fleet provider for Howdens Joinery, a U.K.’s manufacturer and supplier of kitchens and joinery products. Howdens is replacing its existing fleet with 100 heavy duty, Euro 6 compliant tractors, under a full service lease from Ryder. Euro 6 is the latest diesel engine emission legislation being driven by the European Commission.

The new vehicles feature high-tech specifications including lane departure systems, adaptive cruise control, forward facing cameras, and on-board telematics. The vehicles will operate across Howdens Yorkshire and Northampton distribution hubs and its four regional transportation hubs, delivering to nearly 600 trade depots.

Robin White, Ryder Sales and Marketing director said, “As a result of this new deal, Howdens now has the most modern and high-tech fleet in its sector and one which will provide significant operating efficiencies and brand image benefits. We look forward to a long and healthy working partnership with Howdens and helping the company continue to grow and expand.”