Vertellus, the OEM-backed full-service commercial vehicle contract hire company, is celebrating the success of its shareholder partner, Renault Truck Commercials’ Rental Plus, on their recent deal with MJD Group.

This new partnership sees 30 Renault Trucks T480 Turbo Compound tractor units added to MJD Group’s growing fleet, which serves blue-chip customers including Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, Tarmac and Amazon. As a shareholder of Vertellus, Rental Plus plays a crucial role in delivering tailored, innovative fleet solutions under the Vertellus national contract hire brand.

The new Renault Trucks T480s come equipped with Renault Trucks’ Optifleet telematics, providing real-time fleet monitoring, and Start & Drive Predict, an AI-powered system that detects potential defects, predicts downtime, and proactively alerts workshops. These technologies ensure enhanced fuel efficiency, reduced downtime, and increased operational reliability.

Andy Taylor, Director of Rental Plus, commented: “Our partnership with MJD is built on strong local relationships and a commitment to delivering seamless, hassle-free service. By minimising downtime through local Renault Truck Commercials workshops and integrating Renault Trucks’ state-of-the-art Turbo Compound engines with AI-powered telematics, we’re delivering an industry-leading solution. Our approach not only ensures long-term fuel efficiency but also ensures smooth operations through our 'impressed stock'—a selection of essential consumable parts like mirrors and wings to keep fleets running at their best.

This milestone reinforces Rental Plus' commitment to providing high-quality, fuel-efficient vehicles to the haulage sector and highlights the ongoing success of our franchise model.”

Stephen Dole, Managing Director, MJD Group commented: “Working with Rental Plus has been a pleasure—the team has made everything easy from start to finish. The truck fits our needs perfectly and is a great addition to our day-and-night operating fleet.

The fuel efficiency is the best we’ve seen, and with contract hire taking the stress out of the process, we can stay focused on delivering for our customers. The fact that the truck is HVO-compatible is a real bonus as we explore alternative fuels, and when the time is right, we’re keen to trial a Renault Trucks E-Tech. After such a positive experience, we’re set on increasing our fleet with Rental Plus."

Rhian Burrell, Head of Marketing at Vertellus UK, added: “The strength of our network is integral to our success, and Renault Truck Commercials’ Rental Plus partnership with MJD Group, is a prime example of this in action. As a shareholder of the Vertellus national contract hire brand, Rental Plus delivers flexible, tailored solutions to customers while contributing to the decarbonisation efforts in the industry. At Vertellus, we take pride in our partners' achievements and remain committed to providing contract hire solutions ‘with a difference’—empowering businesses to thrive through sustainable, efficient fleet solutions.”