Knorr-Bremse partners with Microlise in fleet telematics deal

German manufacturer will launch a range of transport management products across Europe
September 19, 2016 Read time: 1 min

German manufacturer of braking systems for commercial vehicles, Knorr-Bremse, is to enter into a partnership with UK-based telematics provider Microlise in a move that will see a range of transport management products launched across Europe.

The two companies plan to launch Knorr-Bremse TruckServices ProFleet Connect, which will be available from January 2017 in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. It will be available   more widely in Europe in the following years.

ProFleet Connect will be a core component of the Knorr-Bremse Truck Services product range, offering transport service providers the opportunity to enhance service levels, make operational cost savings, minimise carbon emissions and reduce vehicle wear and tear.

The ProFleet Connect range of products will be sold directly by Knorr-Bremse and has a development roadmap in place which will see it evolve and adapt over time to meet dynamic market requirements. The agreement marks the first time Knorr-Bremse has entered the telematics space.

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